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Hakusen-ji Temple

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Hakusen-ji is a 14th-century temple with strong ties to haiku poetry, worth visiting for its historical and literary connections.

Hakusen-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Rinzai sect Daitoku-ji school temple.
  • Founded in 1382 by Ryuko Osho.
  • Principal image is Amida Nyorai.
  • Haikai meetings were often held here.

What to see

  • Many haiku-related remains.
  • Chief priest Sengan Soku had ties to Matsuo Basho.

Getting there

  • 3-minute walk from Samezu Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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