Enmei-ji

The Enmei-ji temple stands on a hilltop in Minamichita, featuring traditional Japanese architecture with wooden structures and stone elements throughout its grounds.

Built between 810 and 824, Enmei-ji gained prominence when Buddhist master Kukai carved a stone image of Jizo that became the main religious figure of the temple.

The temple belongs to the Sōtō school of Zen Buddhism, where practitioners engage in meditation sessions and study traditional Buddhist teachings in dedicated halls.

Visitors can reach Enmei-ji using local transport connections in Minamichita, with the temple remaining open from morning until late afternoon without entrance fees.

The temple houses a wooden statue of Standing Shaka Nyorai, which has been officially recognized as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.

Location: Minamichita

GPS coordinates: 34.70139,136.97039

Latest update: March 13, 2025 22:34