Manpuku-ji, Buddhist temple in Koshigoe, Japan.
Description
Manpuku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Koshigoe featuring traditional architecture, a garden with stone elements, and a layout that takes advantage of the sloped terrain. The grounds include both main worship areas and quieter sections among trees and moss-covered paths.
History
The temple was founded in 744 and gained importance when samurai leader Minamoto no Yoshitsune wrote a famous letter here in 1185. This event tied the location to a pivotal moment in Japan's military history.
Culture
The temple hosts annual ceremonies including the Yoshitsune Festival in April, Buddhist sutra copying sessions, and memorial services throughout the year.
Practical
The temple is a short walk from Koshigoe Station and easy to reach on foot. Access works well even on the sloped ground, though sturdy shoes help when navigating the paths.
Did you know?
The temple features a monorail system that connects to a nearby cemetery, offering visitors easy access to gravesites on the sloped ground. This combination of temple and burial grounds in one location is rarely seen in this configuration.
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