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Ryugenji, Buddhist temple in Toyokawa, Japan

The Ryugenji temple features traditional wooden structures with multiple pagodas, meditation halls, and gardens containing stone paths and carefully arranged plants.

Established as a center for Zen Buddhist learning, the temple has maintained its role in spiritual education through generations of resident monks.

Regular meditation sessions and tea ceremonies take place within the temple grounds, following the principles and practices of the Soto school.

The temple opens daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available in Japanese, and visitors must remove shoes before entering the buildings.

The temple contains specific areas designated for dragon-themed architectural elements, reflecting the meaning of its name as Dragon Source Temple.

Location: Toyokawa

GPS coordinates: 34.87611,137.32083

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06

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