Eihei-ji, Buddhist temple in Japan
Eihei-ji is one of two main temples of the Soto school of Zen Buddhism, the largest single religious denomination in Japan.
Founded by Eihei Dogen in 1244, it has functioned continuously for over 770 years.
The temple complex includes a training monastery with over 200 practicing monks.
It's open to visitors year-round and offers temple lodging for those interested in experiencing monastic life.
Despite its name meaning 'Temple of Eternal Peace', it's also known as a 'temple of unending training'.
Location: Eiheiji
Location: Fukui Prefecture
Inception: 1244
Founders: Dōgen, Hatano Yoshishige
Address: 福井県吉田郡永平寺町志比５−１５ 大本山永平寺 910-1228
Phone: +81776633102
Website: daihonzan-eiheiji.com
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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