Shinpuku-ji, Buddhist temple in Okazaki, Japan
Shinpuku-ji is a Buddhist temple complex in Okazaka featuring multiple wooden buildings, including a main hall and shrine, set within gardens decorated with stone statues. The grounds display traditional architecture with natural spaces interspersed throughout the layout.
Founded in 594, this temple is the oldest in the Mikawa region of eastern Aichi Prefecture. Its long standing reflects the spiritual importance this location held throughout the centuries.
The spring water here draws visitors seeking relief from eye troubles, enclosed in an octagonal structure within the main hall and remaining a focus of devotion.
The temple is best reached by car, as no nearby train stations provide convenient access to the site. Free parking is available on the grounds for visitor convenience.
The temple operates a restaurant serving bamboo shoot dishes prepared in multiple styles, from pickled to deep-fried, accessible via an elevated walkway. This dining experience connects the cooking tradition to the temple grounds.
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