Daishō-ji, Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan
Daishō-ji is a Zen temple in Namie featuring traditional buildings arranged around carefully composed grounds. The dry landscape garden showcases stone placements that follow classical Japanese design principles.
The temple was founded in 1368 when Zen nun Musō Teien established a meditation space in Okamatsu Manor. This origin during a period of major change in Japanese history shaped its spiritual purpose.
The temple served as a residence for imperial princesses who took on spiritual leadership roles over many centuries. This connection to the imperial family remains a defining aspect of the place today.
The temple is easy to reach on foot and located in a calm area with good walkability throughout the grounds. The space allows visitors to explore without feeling crowded or rushed.
The garden incorporates materials and structures originally from former imperial palaces. This connection to royal buildings adds an extra layer of history to the temple grounds.
Location: Namie
Address: 6, Aza Kitahara, Ōaza Kitakiyohashi, Namie-machi, Futaba-gun, Fukushima-ken 979-1512
GPS coordinates: 37.49767,141.01436
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:16
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