真光寺

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真光寺, Buddhist temple in Azusagawa Ueno, Matsumoto, Japan.

Shinko-ji Temple stands amid natural surroundings in Matsumoto, featuring multiple halls and structures including the main Buddha hall and Kannon hall.

The temple, founded during the Kenin period of the Kamakura era, contains a wooden Amida Buddha statue with an inscription dating from 1203.

The temple maintains the Soto Zen Buddhist traditions as a direct branch of Eiheiji Temple, offering religious services and consultations to the local community.

Visitors can reach the temple within 10 minutes by car from Hata Station on the Alpico Kamikochi Line, with parking facilities available.

During the First Koshin festival, the temple hosts a special event where Daruma dolls are sold with wishes written directly in the main hall.

Location: Matsumoto

GPS coordinates: 36.20817,137.83292

Latest update: April 23, 2025 21:06

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