Kōshō-ji, Buddhist temple in Yagoto, Nagoya, Japan
Kōshō-ji is a temple on Yagoto Mountain in the Yagoto-hommachi neighborhood of Nagoya, bringing together traditional halls, gardens, and teahouses in a hillside setting. A five-story structure rises among trees, standing out against the sky.
A monk built a hermitage here in 1686, receiving official backing from the Tokugawa clan two years later. In the early 19th century, the wooden structure gained recognition as a national cultural property.
The name honors a Zen lineage, reflecting the temple's role as a center for meditation and quiet prayer. Families gather here for seasonal rites, and lectures open a window into living Buddhist thought.
Access involves steps and paths up the wooded slope, which call for a comfortable pace. Guided visits and tea ceremonies can be booked in advance through an online system.
The Bamboosui-tei teahouse occupies a secluded corner of the garden and once served as a retreat for tea gatherings with special guests. Visitors today can join workshops and experience some of the old rituals firsthand.
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