Miroku-ji

Miroku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Seki featuring multiple buildings arranged across landscaped grounds in traditional architectural style. The compound includes several halls, meditation spaces, and a burial site located on the gentle hillside surrounding the main structures.

The temple was established during the Asuka period and underwent major renovation by a renowned monk in the 1600s. This reconstruction shaped the temple's current form and established its role as a significant regional site.

The temple serves as a place where visitors encounter wooden sculptures as expressions of faith and craftsmanship. The carved figures create a contemplative space that reflects how spiritual practice and artistic work merge in daily temple life.

The temple grounds are accessible daily and allow visitors to explore the buildings and gardens at their own pace. Most areas are easily reached on foot, though the gently sloping terrain requires some walking.

The temple houses a large collection of wooden sculptures all carved by a single monk over many years of dedicated work. These pieces are rarely found elsewhere and make this site a treasure for anyone interested in handcrafted spiritual art.