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The temple includes traditional wooden structures with Buddhist architectural elements, including pagodas and halls dedicated to religious ceremonies and meditation practices.

Genshoji Temple represents centuries of Buddhist influence in Japan, maintaining its original religious functions through generations of local spiritual leadership.

Local residents gather at Genshoji for annual ceremonies and festivals that mark important dates in the Buddhist calendar and community celebrations.

Visitors can reach the temple grounds through marked pathways from Otawara station, with designated areas for prayer and meditation throughout the complex.

The temple bells ring across the Otawara valley during specific ceremonies, creating resonant tones that connect with traditional Buddhist practices.

Location: Otawara

GPS coordinates: 36.80194,140.05755

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05