Hōkyō-ji, Buddhist temple in Ono, Japan
Hōkyō-ji temple sits at the base of Mount Ginnanpo, featuring traditional Zen architecture with meditation halls and living quarters for practicing monks.
The temple originated in 1278 when Ijira Tomanari constructed it for Jakuen, a Chinese Zen monk who trained with Dogen during his time in China.
The temple maintains the teachings of Dogen through daily meditation sessions, lectures on Buddhist texts, and structured programs for spiritual development.
Visitors can reach the temple by taking the JR Hokuriku Honsen line to Fukui station, followed by local transportation to the temple grounds.
A small altar along the temple path displays statues of a dog and cow, commemorating the animals that accompanied Jakuen during his meditation practices.
Location: Ono
Inception: 1278
GPS coordinates: 35.91750,136.46400
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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