Gyokusen-ji Temple
玉泉寺
Historic temple that served as the first US consulate, offering a unique glimpse into early Japan-US relations.
What it is
- Soto Zen Buddhist temple, originally Shingon sect.
- Converted to Soto Zen during the Tensho era (1573-1592).
- Designated as a resting place for Americans in 1854.
- Site of the first American consulate from 1856 to 1859.
What to see
- Principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
- Monument to Townsend Harris, erected in 1927.
- Harris Memorial Hall displays Harris-related materials.
- Graves of five American crew members from the 1850s.
- Separate Russian cemetery for four Russian crew members.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
静岡県下田市柿崎31-6 Open in Google Maps
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