Nōjō-ji

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Nōjō-ji, Buddhist temple in Kofu, Japan

Nōjō-ji is a Buddhist temple in Kofu featuring traditional wooden buildings, gardens, and meditation spaces arranged across the mountainous Kofu Gozan region. The grounds combine multiple structures that show how Buddhist temples integrate architecture with natural surroundings.

The temple was founded during the period when Buddhism became established in Japan and grew into a central place of worship. It later became part of the Kofu Gozan network of temples, which elevated its importance in the regional Buddhist landscape.

The temple serves as a living center where Buddhist practices shape the rhythm of local life through seasonal ceremonies and meditation gatherings. Visitors can observe how these traditions connect residents to the surrounding landscape and each other.

The temple is accessible via established hiking paths from Kofu city center, with information services and signs available to help visitors navigate. Wearing sturdy shoes is advisable since the terrain is mountainous with varying slopes throughout the grounds.

The grounds contain multiple sub-temples that reveal how Buddhist architectural styles evolved across different periods in Japan. Walking through them, visitors notice how older construction methods blend with later designs, telling the story of the temple's growth.

Location: Kofu

Part of: Kofu Gozan

Address: 山梨県甲府市東光寺町2153

GPS coordinates: 35.66425,138.58211

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:47

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