光輪寺

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光輪寺, Buddhist temple in Asahi, Japan

The Korin-ji temple stands on the slopes of Mount Aozuboyama, featuring traditional wooden architecture and meditation halls for spiritual practices.

The temple was established during the Edo period as part of the Soto Zen Buddhist tradition, serving the local communities of Nagano Prefecture.

Regular meditation sessions and Buddhist ceremonies take place at the temple, maintaining traditional Japanese religious practices in the mountainous region.

Visitors can reach the temple through a mountain path from Asahi village, with dedicated parking spaces available near the main entrance.

The temple maintains a collection of ancient scrolls and religious texts that document the spiritual development of the Asahi region.

Location: Asahi

GPS coordinates: 36.11778,137.88400

Latest update: April 4, 2025 04:18

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