Shōbō-ji Temple
正法寺
Historic Sōtō Zen temple, founded in 1324, known for its architecture and connection to Zeami.
What it is
- A Sōtō Zen Buddhist temple.
- Founded in 1324 as the Honma clan's family temple.
- Known as a place of exile for Zeami.
- Principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
What to see
- Main hall built in 1721, renovated in 1897.
- Kannon-dō built in the early 1700s.
- Gokoku-zō built in 1704.
- Six buildings are registered cultural properties.
- Oldest Shinjimen Beshimi mask in Niigata Prefecture.
When to go
- Shōbō-ji Candle Noh event is held in June.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
新潟県佐渡市泉甲504番地 Open in Google Maps
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