Sōgen-ji, Buddhist temple ruins in Tomari, Japan
The temple grounds contain stone gates, foundations, steps, and remaining tablets that mark the historical layout of this religious complex.
Constructed during King Shō Shin's reign between 1477 and 1526, Sōgen-ji functioned as both a Buddhist temple and royal mausoleum for the Ryūkyū Kingdom.
Memorial tablets representing the kings of the Ryūkyū Kingdom were installed in 1496, establishing the temple's role as a sacred royal memorial site.
The site now operates as a public park, featuring preserved stone walls and one remaining tablet that instructed visitors to dismount before entering.
Every person, including the king, had to enter the temple grounds on foot as a sign of respect for the previous monarchs interred within.
Location: Tomari
Inception: 1477
GPS coordinates: 26.22039,127.69060
Latest update: May 11, 2025 17:01
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