Zenkyū-ji, Buddhist temple in Takayama, Japan.
The Zenkyū-ji temple exhibits traditional wooden architecture with detailed craftsmanship and contains multiple Buddhist statues within its main prayer halls.
Founded in 642 AD by Yoshimitsu Honda, the temple houses the Amida Triad Sharing One Halo image, which traveled from India through the Kingdom of Baekje in 552.
The temple functions as a vital station along the Hida 33 Kannon pilgrimage route, where practitioners engage in meditation and Buddhist ceremonies throughout the year.
Visitors can reach the temple through local bus services from Takayama station and participate in morning prayer sessions during regular opening hours.
The main sacred image of the temple remains concealed from public view since 654, maintaining this restriction for over thirteen centuries.
Location: Takayama
Part of: 飛驒三十三觀音靈場
GPS coordinates: 36.17794,137.41578
Latest update: March 9, 2025 18:52
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