Kōden-ji, Buddhist temple in Saga, Japan
The Kōden-ji temple features traditional Japanese architecture with intricately designed halls, surrounded by carefully maintained gardens and stone pathways.
Founded in 1552 by Nabeshima Kiyofusa, Kōden-ji became a significant family temple for both the Ryūzōji and Nabeshima clans of the Saga Domain.
The temple holds special importance as the location where Yamamoto Tsunetomo composed the Hagakure, a fundamental text about samurai principles and philosophy.
Located at Honjomachi Oaza Honjo in Saga Prefecture, the temple opens its doors to visitors who wish to explore its grounds and learn about Zen practices.
The temple houses a 16-meter-tall and 6-meter-wide Nehanzo (reclining Buddha) painting, displayed exclusively on April 19th and 20th each year.
Location: Saga
Inception: 1552
Founders: Nabeshima Kiyofusa
Website: http://koudenji.com
GPS coordinates: 33.23786,130.28310
Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:34
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