真教寺

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真教寺, Buddhist temple in Naha, Japan

Shinkyoji temple displays traditional Buddhist architecture with a main hall featuring sacred statues and decorative wooden elements around its perimeter.

The temple stands as a testament to the Buddhist influence in the Okinawa region, following architectural patterns established during medieval Japan.

Regular ceremonies at Shinkyoji include the traditional ringing of bells and burning of incense, marking important dates in the Buddhist calendar.

Visitors need to remove their shoes before entering the temple halls and should maintain silence during prayer or meditation sessions.

The temple bell resonates across the neighborhood precisely 108 times during New Year celebrations, following ancient Buddhist traditions.

GPS coordinates: 26.21475,127.67072

Latest update: March 10, 2025 02:18

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