Muryōju-ji, Buddhist temple in Chiryu, Japan
Muryoju-ji is a Buddhist temple in Chiryu that features an expansive iris garden with many Japanese iris plants that bloom in spring. The garden creates a focal point for visitors who come to experience the flowering season.
The temple was founded in the early 8th century and later moved to its current location. This relocation marked an important transition in the site's development and role in the region.
The site connects to a famous poem by Ariwara no Narihira that influenced traditional Japanese card art called Hanafuda. Visitors today can feel this literary connection while walking through the temple grounds.
The temple grounds are accessible during the blooming season and year-round for walking. Arriving early in the day helps you experience the gardens with fewer crowds around.
Local custom says that tying a single blade of miscanthus grass at the temple fulfills wishes. This tradition draws many visitors who come seeking personal blessings and good fortune.
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