Tenkyū-ji, Buddhist temple in Nagano, Japan
The temple complex includes several buildings connected by walkways, with the main hall featuring traditional Japanese architectural elements and ornate wooden carvings.
Established in the 7th century, the temple played a central role in the development of Nagano city and witnessed conflicts between regional warlords during the 16th century.
The temple maintains both Tendai and Jōdoshū Buddhist traditions, hosting daily morning ceremonies and offering spiritual guidance to practitioners of different Buddhist schools.
Visitors can access the temple grounds from Nagano Station by taking a ten-minute bus ride, with admission fees required for entering specific areas of the complex.
The temple houses a secret Buddha statue that remains perpetually hidden from public view, with only a replica displayed every six years during special ceremonies.
Location: Nagano
Address: 長野県長野市篠ノ井杵淵1000番地
GPS coordinates: 36.58082,138.18892
Latest update: May 29, 2025 20:59
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