廓信寺, Buddhist temple in Hanno, Saitama, Japan
Kaku-shin-ji is a Buddhist temple in Hanno, Saitama featuring traditional wooden buildings with multiple prayer halls arranged across its grounds. Japanese gardens surround the structures and provide space for contemplation throughout the site.
The temple was founded during the Edo period and has preserved its original religious purpose and architectural forms through centuries of continuous use. This ongoing function shaped how the site developed over time.
The temple remains an active center where Buddhist practices unfold daily, and visitors can observe traditional ceremonies and the rhythm of prayer. The wooden structures and gardens work together to create a space devoted to spiritual life.
The temple is accessible by public transportation from central Saitama and welcomes visitors during regular operating hours. Wearing comfortable shoes is helpful since exploring the gardens and buildings requires walking across the grounds.
The grounds hold a collection of Buddhist artifacts and historical documents from the Edo period that are preserved on site. These objects reveal details about religious life and practices from centuries past.
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