Saint Sophia convent, Matsuo, Orthodox monastery in Matsuo, Japan.
The Saint Sophia convent spans across a large compound featuring traditional Byzantine architectural elements combined with Japanese design principles.
The monastery was founded in 1989 by Nikolai Sayama, establishing the first Orthodox Christian monastic center in the Matsuo region.
The convent integrates Eastern Orthodox religious practices with Japanese customs, creating a space for spiritual development and community gatherings.
Visitors can attend daily prayer services, participate in meditation sessions, and join educational workshops about Orthodox Christianity throughout the year.
The monastery's gardens incorporate traditional Japanese landscaping techniques while maintaining Orthodox religious symbols and architectural elements.
Location: Matsuo
Inception: 1989
Founders: Nikolai Sayama
GPS coordinates: 35.65079,140.42652
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:44
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