Zenkō-ji, Buddhist temple in Gifu, Japan
The Zenkō-ji temple features traditional Japanese architecture with a main hall and multiple surrounding structures positioned at the base of Mount Inaba.
The temple's establishment occurred between 1592 and 1600 during the time of Oda Nobunaga, who maintained connections with the nearby Gifu Castle.
The temple functions as a non-sectarian establishment of the Shingon Buddhist sect, welcoming practitioners regardless of their status, gender, or religious background.
Visitors can participate in activities such as Zen meditation, sutra copying, and Buddha tracing while staying in one of five different guest room types.
Following the earthquake of 1891 that destroyed the main hall, the temple underwent complete reconstruction, with work finishing in 1912.
Location: Gifu
Website: http://gifu-zenkoji.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.42814,136.76836
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:20
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