Tairyū-ji, Buddhist temple in Chūō-ku, Kobe, Japan
Tairyū-ji is a Buddhist temple situated on the southern slope of a mountain, marked by a striking vermillion entrance gate. The grounds feature multiple ceremonial buildings and contain sacred artworks protected by the state.
The temple was founded in 768 when a religious leader established this site on the mountain under imperial direction. Later, the location gained significance when a member of the imperial court experienced recovery from illness through prayer here.
This temple serves as a place where locals and visitors come to pray and find moments of reflection away from the city below. The religious practices here are deeply tied to the mountain setting, creating a space where faith and nature feel intertwined.
The site is accessible by public transportation with a stop near the main gate and pathways leading up to the temple buildings. Those arriving by car will find parking available on the grounds, making it convenient to visit from the city.
A wooden sculpture of a Bodhisattva figure housed here holds the highest level of national protection. Most visitors focus on the mountain setting and gate architecture while overlooking this artistically significant work inside.
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