Eikoku-ji, Buddhist temple in Tachibana district, Nagoya, Japan
Eikoku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Nagoya's Tachibana district featuring multiple wooden buildings that showcase traditional Japanese architectural design. The grounds include gardens, meditation halls, and spaces dedicated to religious rituals and prayer.
The temple was founded in 1665 by Tokugawa Mitsutomo, a lord of the Owari domain, during a period of Buddhist expansion in Japan. This establishment marks an important moment when Pure Land Buddhism grew in prominence throughout the region.
The temple functions as a center for Buddhist study and practice, where visitors can observe monastic routines and participate in regular ceremonies held throughout the year. People come to meditate and join prayer sessions that maintain the spiritual traditions of the Seizan Jōdo-shū sect.
The temple is accessible by public transportation from central Nagoya and welcomes visitors during daytime hours. Remember to remove your shoes before entering indoor spaces, and you can ask the monks about joining meditation sessions or observing prayer times.
This temple is part of two major pilgrimage circuits: the Chita-Shikoku 88 and the Tokai 36 Fudo routes, drawing devotees from across the region. Pilgrims walking these paths create a steady flow of visitors with shared spiritual goals.
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