上行寺

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上行寺, Buddhist temple in Kanazawa-ku, Japan.

The temple is a Buddhist site in Kanazawa featuring a layered interior with multiple levels, hidden staircases, and secret chambers throughout its structure. Religious spaces are woven together with defensive architectural features visible in the walls and passages.

The temple was constructed during the Edo period and reflects the building restrictions imposed by the shogunate on regional leaders. Its structure secretly combined defensive functions with religious spaces to maintain both protection and apparent compliance.

The temple shows how Buddhism and military strategy existed side by side in feudal times, something visitors sense while exploring its layout. The hidden spaces and winding passages reflect a time when spiritual practice and practical defense had to coexist.

Advance reservations are necessary since visits are conducted with guides and spaces are limited in capacity. Exploring the different levels requires time and patience, especially if you want to see all the hidden areas.

The temple contains trap doors and secret chambers that served both religious and military purposes and can still be discovered today. These hidden features show how cleverly feudal rulers concealed their fortifications within a spiritual building.

Location: Kanazawa-ku

GPS coordinates: 35.32814,139.61844

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:45

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