Zenno-ji Temple

What it is

• A temple of the Shingon-shu Chizan-ha sect.
• Re-established in 1596 by Eikei.
• The 11th temple of the Chubu Musashi 72 Yakushi pilgrimage.

What to see

• The current main hall, built in 1843.
• The Yakushi-do hall, built between 1716 and 1735.
• The enshrined Yakushi Nyorai, displayed every 12 years.

When to go

• The enshrined Yakushi Nyorai is displayed in the year of the tiger.

Getting there

• A 5-minute drive from Sakado Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.