Jōtoku-ji, Buddhist temple in Shimogyō-ku, Japan
Jōtoku-ji is a Buddhist temple featuring wooden structures in traditional Japanese style with meditation gardens throughout the grounds. The complex includes a Jizo-do Hall and a dedicated tea ceremony space named Ju-An.
The temple was founded in 1603 as a place of prayer for a significant historical figure. Its principal statue of Amida Nyorai came from another shrine, connecting it to a wider spiritual network.
A dedicated tea ceremony space called Ju-An invites visitors to participate in traditional Japanese tea rituals guided by experienced practitioners. This practice shapes how people move through and experience the temple today.
The temple is within walking distance of nearby train stations and bus stops, making it easy to reach any season. Wear comfortable shoes as exploring the gardens and grounds requires walking on various surfaces.
Within the Jizo-do Hall stands a statue that has attracted visitors since the Edo period seeking blessings related to family matters. This figure represents a long tradition of personal prayer woven into the temple's spiritual purpose.
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