Zuisen-ji, Buddhist temple in Nanto, Japan.
Zuisen-ji is a Buddhist temple in Nanto that consists of several wooden buildings decorated with intricate carvings created by skilled artisans from the nearby Inami region. The structures are arranged on the grounds with gardens and pathways connecting the different areas.
The temple was founded in 1390 by Shakko, the fifth head priest of Honganji. It was destroyed during warfare in 1581 but was reconstructed in the centuries that followed.
The temple serves as a place of worship in the Pure Land Buddhist tradition, where visitors can observe regular religious practices and ceremonies. The spiritual purpose shapes how the space is used and experienced by those who come here.
The grounds are open daily from 9:00 to 16:30, and visitors should wear comfortable shoes since there are pathways and steps throughout the site. Plan to spend two to three hours to explore all the buildings and gardens at a leisurely pace.
The Taiko-do was built in 1842 and houses drums that were once used to announce the time to the surrounding community. These drums served as a crucial timekeeping tool before modern clocks became common.
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