Jōsen-ji, Buddhist temple in Nakagawa Ward, Nagoya, Japan.
Jōsen-ji is a Buddhist temple in Nakagawa Ward featuring traditional Japanese architecture with wooden structures and stone pathways set within carefully maintained gardens. The grounds include multiple cemeteries and memorial spaces that provide burial and memorial services for the local community.
The temple was established within the Shingon sect tradition and became a central location for Buddhist practices and funeral services in Nagoya. This role has endured through the decades, making it a stable religious center for the city.
The temple serves as a focal point for local Buddhist ceremonies and memorial gatherings where families come to honor their ancestors. These practices of remembrance shape how people use the space throughout the year and strengthen community bonds across generations.
The temple can be reached on foot in just a few minutes from either Fushiya Station or Haruta Station on public transportation lines. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and show respect, particularly when ceremonies are taking place at the site.
The temple is interconnected with Fushiya Cemetery and Kakouin Cemetery through shared memorial practices, revealing how Buddhist burial sites form a network across the city. These connections show how traditional temples manage ancestor remembrance as part of broader community systems.
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