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Shōin-ji, Buddhist temple in Numazu, Japan

Shōin-ji temple features traditional Japanese wooden structures, including an entrance gate and a founder's hall within its spacious grounds.

The temple, established in 1279 during the Kamakura period, represents a significant period in Japanese religious architecture and Buddhist practices.

The temple grounds contain the burial site of Hakuin, a prominent figure who shaped the development of Rinzai Zen Buddhism in Japan.

Located at coordinates 35.123528, 138.800083, the temple maintains regular visiting hours and welcomes both religious practitioners and architecture enthusiasts.

The temple's designation as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property provides it with special protections and maintenance support from Japanese authorities.

Location: Numazu

Inception: 1279

GPS coordinates: 35.12353,138.80008

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:22

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