Mangan-ji, Buddhist temple in Aoba-ku, Japan
Mangan-ji is a Buddhist temple in Azamino with meditation halls, traditional gates, and ceremonial spaces set within forested grounds. The buildings and structures blend into the natural woodland surroundings and create a quiet space for spiritual activities.
The temple was founded during the Heian period and underwent major reconstruction around 1470 when it served as a chapel for Todoroki Castle fortifications. This connection to castle architecture shaped the site's physical structure for centuries.
The temple follows the Shingon-shū Chisan-ha school of Japanese Buddhism and welcomes visitors who wish to join regular meditation sessions. Daily practice here reflects the deep spiritual traditions of this Buddhist lineage.
Visitors can participate in meditation sessions that begin in the morning and continue throughout the day. It is best to arrive early and bring appropriate clothing for sitting on the floor.
The temple houses a centuries-old statue of Jizo Bosatsu that, according to local tradition, grants one specific wish to each sincere worshipper. Many visitors report personal experiences connected to this sacred figure.
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