Shōren-ji, Buddhist temple in Shiroyama Park, Takayama, Japan
Shōren-ji temple displays traditional Japanese architectural elements with its wooden structure and stands within the natural surroundings of Shiroyama Park.
The temple was initially constructed in Shirakawa-gō during 1253 and relocated to its current location in Shiroyama Park in 1960 due to dam construction.
The main hall of Shōren-ji, crafted from a single giant cedar tree in 1504, represents the sophisticated carpentry techniques of medieval Japanese architecture.
Visitors can access the temple through public transportation from Takayama city center, with local buses stopping near the Shiroyama Park entrance.
The temple structure bears marks of time through visible insect damage, making each wooden element a testament to its centuries-old existence.
Location: Takayama
Inception: 1253
GPS coordinates: 36.13928,137.26236
Latest update: March 9, 2025 11:05
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