Ekō-ji Temple
恵洪寺
Ekō-ji Temple, founded in 1664, offers a glimpse into Rinzai Zen Buddhism.
What it is
- A Rinzai sect Myōshin-ji school temple.
- Its mountain name is Kōnan-zan.
- Founded in 1664 by Tetsumune Sōgen.
- Tetsumune Sōgen was 6th abbot of Kakuhan-ji Temple.
When to go
- Children's Zen meeting held in August.
- Temple grounds are lit up in August.
Getting there
- 3-minute drive from Iwanuma Interchange.
- 20-minute bus ride from JR Iwanuma Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
宮城県岩沼市押分字南谷地238 Open in Google Maps
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