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西林寺

西林寺, Buddhist temple in Izumi-ku, Yokohama, Japan

Description

Seirinji is a Buddhist temple in Izumi-ku featuring traditional Japanese wooden structures and landscaped gardens throughout its grounds. The layout includes meditation spaces and shrine buildings arranged around natural vegetation and pathways.

History

The temple was established during the Edo period and has functioned as a religious center for the community ever since. Written records document its role through significant events spanning several centuries of local history.

Culture

The temple serves as a gathering place where Buddhist ceremonies connect local residents to spiritual traditions practiced for generations. Visitors can observe how meditation and ritual life continue to shape the community's daily rhythms.

Practical

The temple provides educational materials through documentation centers and information boards placed throughout the grounds. These resources help visitors understand Buddhist traditions and the local heritage connected to the site.

Did you know?

The western section of the temple grounds features natural landscape where religious practice and the environment blend together seamlessly. This setting creates a space where spiritual activity and nature form a unified experience.

Location
GPS coordinates
35.42569,139.52283
Latest update
December 14, 2025 18:20

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