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The temple compound features multiple traditional buildings including a main hall, tea rooms, and gates constructed across different historical periods.

Founded in 1202, Anyoji Temple stands as one of Japan's earliest Zen temples, built following the architectural style of public temples in China's Zhejiang Province.

The temple maintains a collection of designated cultural artifacts, including paintings by artists Tahara and Hashimoto Kansetsu displayed throughout the buildings.

Visitors can explore the temple grounds to observe the ceiling painting of the Thunder Dragon, created in 2002 for the temple's 800th anniversary.

The temple received numerous architectural elements as donations from surrounding religious establishments, incorporating them into its existing structures.

Location: Hashimoto

GPS coordinates: 34.31667,135.61317

Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:09