Daiei-ji, Buddhist temple in Nagano, Japan.
Daiei-ji is a Buddhist temple in Nagano featuring traditional Japanese wooden structures, meditation halls, and gardens laid out in an orderly manner. The buildings display classic features of Japanese temple architecture with carefully designed outdoor spaces.
The temple developed during Nagano's growth as a temple town, situated near the influential Zenkoji Temple. Its establishment was part of the religious expansion that anchored Buddhism in the region's local life.
The temple serves as a place where worshippers gather for morning prayers and meditation sessions, giving visitors a sense of living Buddhist practice. The spaces feel simple and conducive to quiet reflection.
Access is convenient via buses or trains from JR Nagano Station, with regular services throughout the day. The grounds are easy to walk through and on-site information helps with orientation.
The temple offers overnight accommodation where guests participate in morning ceremonies and enjoy traditional Buddhist vegetarian meals. This experience allows visitors to spend a few nights in monastic community.
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