Mutaku-ji

Mutaku-ji is a Buddhist temple located within Asamushi Onsen, featuring traditional wooden buildings arranged around gardens and walking paths. The grounds are designed to support meditation and spiritual practice, with both indoor spaces and outdoor areas to explore.

The temple was founded in 1674 and became an important station on the Tsugaru Thirty-Three Kannon pilgrimage route. This role brought continuous visits from pilgrims seeking spiritual connection across the centuries.

The temple serves as a living center for Buddhist worship and attracts visitors interested in experiencing Japanese religious life firsthand. Daily ceremonies and rituals create moments where people gather to practice traditional forms of devotion.

The temple is accessible by public transportation from Aomori city, and parking spaces are available for those with personal vehicles. Wearing comfortable shoes is recommended as you will walk through the temple grounds and surrounding gardens.

The temple sits within the Asamushi Onsen area, allowing visitors to combine spiritual activities with warm spring bathing in one location. This pairing creates an unusual opportunity where relaxation and reflection happen side by side.

Location: Aomori

Inception: 1674

Part of: 津軽三十三観音霊場

Address: 青森県青森市大字浅虫字山下208番地

GPS coordinates: 40.88687,140.86428

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46