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Yūkoku-ji, Buddhist temple in Kumagaya, Japan.

Yūkoku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Kumagaya with traditional wooden structures, stone pathways, and well-maintained gardens arranged across its grounds. The layout includes meditation spaces positioned among trees, with buildings that reflect classic Japanese temple architecture.

The temple was founded during the Heian period and developed alongside Kumagai-shuku, a station on the major trade route connecting Edo and Kyoto. This location placed it at a crossroads used by many travelers, shaping its importance in the region.

The temple serves as a living place of Buddhist practice where visitors and locals come to experience quiet moments and observe meditation traditions. The grounds offer a space where people seek inner reflection away from the noise of the city.

The temple sits in a quiet residential area of Kumagaya and is accessible by following local streets on foot through the neighborhood. Visitors should keep in mind that quiet behavior is expected and that spaces should be entered with respect, especially if ceremonies are taking place.

The temple holds a special connection to Kumagai Naozane, a samurai who abandoned his warrior life to become a Buddhist monk. This transformation deeply influenced the temple's spiritual identity and continues to shape its character.

Location: Kumagaya

Founders: Kumagai Naozane, 幡随意

Website: http://yukokuji.com

GPS coordinates: 36.14664,139.38303

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47

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