Manju-ji, Rinzai Buddhist sub-temple in Higashiyama-ku, Japan
Manju-ji temple stands within the grounds of Tofuku-ji Temple complex, featuring traditional Buddhist architecture and garden designs representative of Zen principles.
Emperor Shirakawa established the temple in 1096 following the death of his young wife Yuhomonin, leading to his subsequent retirement into Buddhist priesthood.
The temple holds notable cultural properties, including silk portraits of Enni and a substantial wooden Amida Nyorai statue that remains permanently within its walls.
Located near Tofukuji Station on both the Keihan Railway main line and JR Nara line, this temple currently restricts access to general visitors.
The temple changed its religious affiliation from Tendai Pure Land Sect to Rinzai Sect between 1257 and 1259 under the influence of Enni of Tofuku-ji.
Location: Higashiyama-ku
Inception: 1096
Founders: Emperor Shirakawa
Part of: Tōfuku-ji, Kyoto Gozan
GPS coordinates: 34.98120,135.77100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:30
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