蘭庭院

The temple features an octagonal tower with a red metal roof and spiral staircase, situated among a collection of 33 temples in Zenrinkai district.

The temple was relocated to downtown Hirosaki from Kanehira village, and its pagoda was constructed in 1839 to honor victims of maritime accidents and famine.

The temple belongs to the Soto Zen Buddhist tradition, with its name derived from the Buddhist name of the founder's sister.

Visitors need to obtain a key from the temple office to access the pagoda interior, and parking is available at the nearby Chosho-ji temple lot.

The structure contains the northernmost spiral pagoda in Japan, featuring a right-handed ascending corridor combined with straight staircases.

Location: Hirosaki

Address: 青森県弘前市西茂森2丁目9-1

GPS coordinates: 40.59847,140.45339

Latest update: March 11, 2025 03:15