Sōshū-ji

Sōshū-ji exhibits traditional Japanese temple architecture with multiple buildings arranged around a central courtyard and prayer halls for meditation practices.

Founded by Fujiwara no Hidesato in 944, the temple stands as one of the earliest Buddhist establishments in the Sano region of Japan.

The temple maintains regular Buddhist ceremonies, offering memorial services and religious rituals that follow the traditional Japanese Buddhist calendar.

Visitors can access the temple grounds daily from sunrise to sunset, with dedicated spaces for prayer, meditation, and religious contemplation.

The temple preserves ancient Buddhist artifacts and contains historical elements that document nearly 1100 years of continuous religious practice.

Location: Sano

Inception: 944

Founders: Fujiwara no Hidesato

Part of: 関東三大師

Address: 栃木県佐野市金井上町2233

Website: https://sanoyakuyokedaishi.or.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.31092,139.57135

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:01