Kozen-ji Temple
興禅寺
Kozen-ji Temple is a historic Zen temple, birthplace of Kasuga no Tsubone, with unique fortress-like architecture.
What it is
- Buddhist temple in Tanba City, Hyogo Prefecture.
- Special head temple of the Soto Zen sect.
- Founded on the site of a former residence.
- Known as the birthplace of Kasuga no Tsubone.
What to see
- Main deity is Shaka Nyorai, sculpted by Kasuga.
- Retains a Sengoku period fortress-like structure.
- High stone walls and moat reused from a former residence.
Getting there
- 10-minute walk from JR Kuroi Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
兵庫県丹波市春日町黒井2263 Open in Google Maps
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