Kōtoku-ji, Buddhist temple in Nerima, Japan.
Description
Kōtoku-ji is a Zen temple in Nerima featuring extensive grounds with a grand entrance gate and a tree-lined path leading to the main prayer hall. The property includes several traditional buildings and numerous graves of historical figures.
History
The temple was founded during the Sengoku period and had connections to the Hojo family. It relocated several times before establishing itself in its current Nerima location.
Culture
The temple follows the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism through the Daitoku-ji lineage, with regular Buddhist ceremonies held throughout the year. Visitors can experience the quiet atmosphere of the grounds even when the main halls require special access.
Practical
The temple is located roughly 850 meters from Hikawadai Station and is reachable on foot. The exterior and entrance path are open to visitors, but entering the main buildings requires advance permission.
Did you know?
The grounds contain graves of several notable samurai and feudal lords from Japanese history. These quiet burial sites add to the spiritual significance visitors experience when walking the temple grounds.
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