Eihōji Temple, located in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, is a historic Zen temple founded in 1313 by the renowned Zen monk Musō Soseki. It is part of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism under the Nanzenji school.

  1. Beautiful Japanese Garden:
    • The temple is famous for its stunning garden, featuring traditional elements like a dry landscape, a pond, and a stone bridge. The garden, designed in the Kamakura period, offers a serene atmosphere, symbolizing Zen principles.
  2. Historic Buildings:
    • The temple houses two important cultural properties: Kannon Hall and Kaisandō Hall, both showcasing Kamakura-era architecture.

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