Gansen-ji, Buddhist temple in Kaizuka, Japan
The Gansen-ji temple rises among thick woodlands, featuring a three-story pagoda measuring 18 meters in height and traditional Japanese architectural elements throughout its grounds.
Emperor Shomu commissioned the construction of Gansen-ji in 729 through Buddhist priest Gyoki, marking a significant period of Buddhist influence in the Nara region.
The temple houses a remarkable wooden Seated Amida Nyorai statue, measuring 3 meters tall, carved from a single zelkova tree in 946.
Visitors can reach Gansen-ji through Kamo Station on the JR Yamatoji Line, with operating hours from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM between March and November.
At the entrance of the main gate stands a boat-shaped rock used by priests for sacred cleansing rituals, reflecting the temple's name meaning Rock Boat Temple.
Location: Kaizuka
GPS coordinates: 34.44861,135.35750
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:44
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