Senkō-ji, Buddhist temple in Arashiyama, Japan
The Senko-ji temple extends across a steep cliff face, featuring a distinctive stage-style architecture known as the Great Compassion Pavilion.
Initially located near Sagano Seiryoji Temple as an imperial prayer site, the temple moved to its current location in 1614 through merchant Ryoi Suminokura.
The temple houses wooden statues of merchant Ryoi Suminokura and maintains connections to mathematical studies through its association with mathematician Mitsuyoshi Yoshida.
Visitors can reach Senko-ji by walking 1.2 kilometers upstream along the Katsura River from Togetsukyo Bridge in western Kyoto.
The temple shifted from Tendai to Obaku Zen Buddhism in 1808 and survived significant damage from Typhoon Vera in 1959, leading to multiple reconstruction efforts.
Location: Nishikyō Ward
Website: https://daihikaku.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.01583,135.66556
Latest update: March 21, 2025 00:01
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