慈光寺

Jikoji Temple features traditional Japanese architecture with an extensive entrance path lined by ancient cedar trees reaching heights of over 30 meters.

The temple was established in 1403 by Zen master Ketto Nosho, a direct descendant of the military commander Kusunoki Masashige from the Northern and Southern Courts period.

The temple buildings, reconstructed during the mid-Edo period, maintain the original characteristics of a traditional Zen training facility.

The temple opens daily from 9:00 to 16:30 between April and October, and from 9:00 to 16:00 from November through March, with free admission.

A 500-meter approach path contains cedar trees between 300 and 500 years old, creating a natural corridor leading to the temple grounds.

Location: Gosen

GPS coordinates: 37.63697,139.19331

Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:07