Kanryū-ji, Buddhist temple in Achi, Japan.
Kanryū-ji is a Buddhist temple located on elevated ground at the edge of Tsurugata-yama-kōen park. From this high position, visitors can see across the surrounding town and the park's natural landscape.
The temple was founded in 985 and has remained at this location for over a thousand years. This long history shows how important the site has been to local Buddhist practice.
The temple grounds incorporate traditional Japanese architectural elements, including wooden structures and meditation spaces that follow Zen Buddhist principles.
The temple sits on a hillside and connects directly to the paths of Tsurugata-yama-kōen park. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and expect some climbing to reach the entrance.
The temple maintains a distance of 0.14 miles from Hon-ei-ji, creating a concentrated area of Buddhist heritage within the neighborhood.
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