Zuikō-ji Temple
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Zuiykoji is a Soto Zen Buddhist temple with a 600-year-old tree and historic school monument.
What it is
- Soto Zen Buddhist temple, founded in 1591.
- Main deity is Shaka Nyorai.
- Operated a terakoya during the Edo period.
- Predecessor to Sagamihara City Asahi Elementary School.
What to see
- Main hall rebuilt in 2012 with 500-year-old cypress wood.
- 600-year-old kaya tree in front of the main hall.
- Temple bell cast in 1687.
- Monument commemorating the school's opening.
When to go
- Dedication ceremony held on April 29, 2012.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Zuikō-ji Temple Open in Google Maps
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