慈雲寺

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慈雲寺, Buddhist temple in Kōhoku-ku, Japan

This Zen temple contains multiple buildings designed in traditional Japanese architecture with a spacious main hall for worship and practice. The grounds are organized with areas for walking meditation and contemplation alongside the religious structures.

Founded in 1321 as a Zen monastery, the temple underwent major changes during Japan's rapid transformation in the 1800s. A destructive fire prompted the monks to relocate and establish themselves in this location.

The temple houses a collection of Buddhist statues and art objects that reflect centuries of devotion and craftsmanship. These items show how local communities have expressed their faith through careful artistic work.

The grounds are accessible daily in good weather, and visitors should wear comfortable shoes since exploring involves walking through multiple areas. Resident monks on site can answer questions and share more about the temple's practices and traditions.

Monthly meditation sessions here allow visitors to practice traditional Zen techniques under the guidance of experienced monks. This offers a rare chance to experience how the mind settles and sharpens through methods that practitioners have refined over centuries.

Location: Kōhoku-ku

Address: 神奈川県横浜市港北区仲手原二丁目17番25号

GPS coordinates: 35.49486,139.63022

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:16

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