中禅寺

The temple grounds contain multiple prayer halls connected by covered walkways, surrounded by traditional Japanese gardens with stone lanterns and maple trees.

Established during the Kamakura period, the temple served as a center of Buddhist learning and received support from the Hōjō clan until 1333.

The temple maintains daily prayer ceremonies where monks chant sutras and perform rituals following centuries-old Buddhist traditions from the Sōtō school.

Visitors can access the temple via a 15-minute walk from Ueda Station, with admission including entrance to the main hall and gardens.

The temple houses a collection of wooden seated statues from 1329, created by carpenter Hyobu, which document the appearance of medieval Buddhist priests.

Location: Ueda

GPS coordinates: 36.33653,138.18558

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05