Kagaku-ji, Buddhist temple in Akō, Japan
Kagaku-ji stands within the boundaries of Akō, featuring traditional Buddhist architecture and gardens that represent Japanese religious design principles.
Founded in 1645 by Asano Naganao during the Edo period, this temple emerged as a significant religious establishment in the Akō region.
The temple functions as a station along two major Buddhist routes: the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage and the Setouchi 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.
Located at coordinates 34.752791, 134.390495, the temple maintains regular hours for prayer, meditation, and religious ceremonies throughout the year.
Kagaku-ji holds distinction as one of the few temples in Japan that participates simultaneously in both the Saigoku and Setouchi pilgrimage networks.
Location: Ako
Inception: 1645
Founders: Asano Naganao
Part of: Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Setouchi 33 Kannon Pilgrimage
Website: https://kagakuji.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.75281,134.39078
Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:55
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