Yōju-in, Buddhist temple in Kawagoe, Japan.
The temple houses wooden structures and gardens that reflect traditional Japanese architectural elements, surrounded by carefully maintained grounds and meditation spaces.
Kawagoe Tsuneshige established Yōju-in in 1244, marking the beginning of a significant Buddhist presence in the Kawagoe region of Saitama Prefecture.
The temple maintains its function as a center for Buddhist practices, where visitors can participate in meditation sessions and observe religious ceremonies throughout the year.
The temple complex opens daily to visitors, with direct access from Kawagoe Station through local bus services that stop near the entrance.
Local residents regularly bring offerings to the temple during specific dates of the lunar calendar, following customs that date back several centuries.
Location: Kawagoe
Inception: 1244
Founders: Kawagoe Tsuneshige
Website: https://yojuin.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.92406,139.48072
Latest update: March 11, 2025 09:21
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