Zenkō-ji Temple

What it is

• A Yuzu Nembutsu sect temple.
• A branch temple of Dainenbutsu-ji Temple.
• Main deity is Amida Sanzonbutsu.
• Part of the Kawachi Saigoku Reijo pilgrimage.

What to see

• A camphor tree dating to the 13th century.
• The camphor tree has a 6.3m trunk circumference.
• The camphor tree is approximately 25m tall.
• The camphor tree is a designated natural monument.

When to go

• Otsuya ceremony held annually in April.
• Otsuya ceremony held annually in September.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.