妙照寺, Buddhist temple in Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Located in central Japan, Myosho-ji temple features traditional wooden architecture with curved roofs and intricate Buddhist decorative elements throughout its structures and gardens.
The temple stands as a testament to the spread of Buddhism across Japan during the post-Nara period, when regional temples became centers of religious education.
Morning prayer sessions at Myosho-ji include the recitation of sutras and meditation practices, following centuries-old Buddhist traditions.
Visitors can access the temple grounds between sunrise and sunset, with dedicated parking spaces available and regular bus connections from Gifu central station.
The temple maintains a collection of ancient scrolls and manuscripts that document local Buddhist practices from different historical periods.
GPS coordinates: 35.43156,136.77131
Latest update: March 11, 2025 10:10
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