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Unryu-ji, Buddhist temple in Higashiyama district, Japan

The temple grounds contain a moss garden with camellia, lanterns, maple trees, and pines visible through carefully positioned shoin windows throughout the complex.

Emperor Gokogon founded the temple in 1372, establishing it as a sub-temple of Sennyuji Temple under the patronage of emperors from the Northern Court.

The temple maintains Japan's longest-running Shakyo-dojo, where visitors participate in the traditional practice of copying Buddhist sutras by hand.

Located at 36 Sennyujiyamanouchichou, the temple welcomes visitors daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM with an entrance fee of 400 yen.

Two foundation stones from the Great Buddha Hall of Hokkoji Temple, constructed by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, stand prominently in front of the shoin.

Website: https://unryuuji.com/

Website: https://unryuuji.com

GPS coordinates: 35.64111,139.31594

Latest update: April 26, 2025 01:39

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