Shakain, Buddhist temple in Yatsushiro, Japan
The temple features 3,333 stone steps leading to its main buildings, with a copper-roofed main hall at the summit of the ascent.
Emperor Kanmu ordered the construction of Shakain after monk Shouzen-dai-shi's prayers helped him recover from an illness during ancient times.
Monthly tea offerings occur on the 8th day, while the annual flower festival on April 8th celebrates Buddha's birth with traditional ceremonies.
Visitors can access the bell tower and view ancient Buddhist statues from the Heian and Kamakura periods for an entrance fee of 100 yen.
The temple incorporates the Hosokawa family crest of nine suns, known as Kuyoumon, on its Oniita roof element to protect the structure.
Location: Yatsushiro
GPS coordinates: 32.56512,130.83969
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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