Myōrenji, Buddhist temple in Kamigyō-ku, Japan
Myōrenji features a dry landscape garden named Jurokurakan with sixteen dark rocks emerging from white gravel, representing the disciples of Buddha.
Founded in 1294 by priest Nichizo, the temple moved to its current location in 1587 and underwent reconstruction after a fire destroyed the buildings in 1788.
The temple houses 38 screen and wall paintings by artists from the Hasegawa School, displayed in the entrance hall and inner drawing room.
The temple welcomes visitors daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with an entrance fee of 500 yen for adults and access to the main temple area.
The Shoin building contains fusuma sliding panels with seasonal paintings designed to reveal their full beauty under specific natural lighting conditions.
Location: Kamigyō-ku
Website: http://myorenji.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.03458,135.74994
Latest update: May 12, 2025 07:07
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