Kōchō-ji, Buddhist temple in Numazu, Japan.
Kōchō-ji temple features wooden structures with curved roofs, multiple prayer halls, and traditional Japanese gardens containing stone lanterns and water elements.
The temple grounds have maintained their original layout since the establishment, with several buildings reconstructed during the Edo period to preserve their authenticity.
Local residents gather at Kōchō-ji for Buddhist ceremonies, meditation sessions, and religious education classes throughout the calendar year.
Visitors can reach the temple via a 15-minute walk from Numazu Station, with opening hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM every day.
The temple contains a collection of ancient Buddhist scriptures written on wooden tablets, displayed in a dedicated archive room.
Location: Numazu
Address: 静岡県沼津市岡宮1055
GPS coordinates: 35.12824,138.87403
Latest update: March 8, 2025 12:51
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