常楽寺

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常楽寺, Buddhist temple in Kuki, Japan.

Joraku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Kuki featuring traditional Japanese buildings with wooden construction and sloped roofs set within landscaped grounds. The space includes arranged stone elements and seasonal plantings that give the grounds their distinctive appearance.

The temple was established as a religious center for the Kuki region where Buddhist practice could take place. Its development mirrors the growth of Buddhism across this area over time.

The temple serves as a place where local Buddhist practices take place and visitors can observe how people engage with meditation and prayer throughout the year. The way the space is used reflects its ongoing role in the spiritual life of those who come here.

The temple can be reached by local bus service from Kuki Station and is open to visitors during daytime hours. It is helpful to check ahead as opening times may vary depending on seasonal schedules or special ceremonies.

The temple gardens change noticeably with the seasons, particularly when maple trees shift in color and the stone arrangements take on different qualities in the changing light. These seasonal shifts offer return visitors fresh visual experiences each time they come.

Location: Kuki

GPS coordinates: 36.07411,139.69306

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04

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