Shunkō-in

Inside the temple, traditional tatami mats line meditation rooms where visitors practice Zazen, while golden fusuma panels decorate surrounding walls.

Feudal lord Horio Yoshiharu established Shunkoin Temple in 1590, creating a spiritual center that houses the Bell of Nanbanji Church from early Japanese Christianity.

The temple maintains a karesansui garden design that incorporates elements of Shinto beliefs, representing the integration of different spiritual traditions in Japan.

English-speaking visitors can join meditation sessions four times weekly from 9:30 to 11:00, with both floor cushions and chairs available for up to 30 participants.

Deputy head priest Zenryu Kawakami, educated in the United States, conducts meditation sessions in English and delivers lectures at international institutions.

Location: Ōdaka-chō

Address: 字西向山5番地

GPS coordinates: 35.06217,136.93417

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05