Temples in Nagano

Nagano Prefecture offers a variety of temples, from Raigaku-ji Temple to Komyo-ji Temple. These locations provide opportunities for visitors interested in religious sites and traditional architecture.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Myōsen-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Myōsen-ji Temple is a historic Jōdo Shinshū temple with ties to a famous poet.

Hōun-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Houn-ji is a historic Jodo-shu temple with intricate carvings and a peaceful atmosphere.

Taisei-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Taisei-ji Temple is a historic Soto Zen temple, rebuilt after fires, with a unique Chinese-style...

Mujō-in Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Ancient temple, rebuilt over centuries, houses a secret Buddha statue, part of a Kannon pilgrima...

Bansho-in Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Bansho-in Temple is a historic Soto Zen temple with unique carvings and tombs.

Kondai-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Kondai-ji Temple is a Jishu temple founded in 1279, notable for its historical significance.

Reisen-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Reisen-ji is a historic Nichiren Buddhist temple founded in 1489, with a relocated gate and seve...

Chōfuku-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Chōfuku-ji Temple is a historic Rinzai Zen temple with unique stone monuments and a tranquil gar...

Reikan-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Reikanji Temple, founded in 1324, offers a glimpse into Rinzai Zen Buddhism and its enduring his...

Tenshō-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Tenshoji is a Soto Zen temple with a long history, rebuilt after fires.

Shinpō-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Shinpō-ji Temple, founded in 1605, offers a glimpse into Jōdo Shinshū Buddhism and local history...

Daitoku-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Daitokuji is a Soto Zen temple founded in 1450, offering a glimpse into Japan's Buddhist heritag...

Seiryū-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Seiryuji is a historic Soto Zen temple with several well-preserved traditional temple buildings.

Meitoku-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Meitoku-ji is a historic Jodo Shinshu temple with a resilient Amida Nyorai statue.

Anraku-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Anraku-ji Temple is a historic Jodo-shu temple with notable statues and gates.

Motozenkō-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Visit this Tendai Buddhist temple to see its unique underground passage and historic treasures.

Ruri-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Ruri-ji Temple is a historic Tendai temple with important Buddhist statues and a unique lion dan...

Zotaku-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Zotaku-ji Temple is a Soto Zen temple with historic gates and art, worth visiting for its cultur...

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