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Ryūgen-ji Temple

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Ryugenji is a Soto Zen temple founded in 1582, offering a glimpse into local history and Buddhist architecture.

Ryūgen-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Soto Zen Buddhist temple.
  • Its mountain name is Shinkensan.
  • Founded in 1582 by Hiyama Kenkei.
  • An educational terakoya was established here in 1856.

What to see

  • Temple buildings established by the third abbot.
  • Yakushido built in Warino village.
  • Seikanzeon Bosatsu built in 1977 for war spirits.

Getting there

  • Accessible by Hokuhoku Line and Iiyama Line.
  • Accessible by bus from Echigo-Yuzawa Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

新潟県中魚沼郡津南町 中深見1118 Open in Google Maps

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