Zenshin-ji Temple

What it is

• A temple of the Hokke-shu Jinmon-ryu sect.
• Founded in 1631 by Okouchi Zenbei Masakatsu.
• Named after its founder's posthumous name.
• A branch temple of Honjo-ji in Sanjo City.

What to see

• The main hall, rebuilt in 1849.
• Priest's living quarters, rebuilt in 1849.
• Oga lotus plants in the temple grounds.
• Jikkai Kanjo Daimandara-zo, the principal image.
• Grave of Kurimoto Joun.
• Grave of Aoki Seishiro.

When to go

• Late June to early July for Oga lotus blooms.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.