[Silent Japan] Nyohoji Temple, a little-known Zen temple
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Nyohoji Temple is located halfway up Mt.Tomisu in the center of Ozu City. It is a Zen temple belonging to the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect, founded in 1669 by Kato Yasuoki, the second lord of the Ozu domain, as the founder of Bankei Eitaku, a deeply devoted Buddhist temple. The Nyohoji Butsu...
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Ozu City is located in the western part of Shikoku, in the region known as Nanyo, and is an area centered around the Ozu Basin, facing the Seto Inland Sea to the north and the Shikoku Mountains to the south. The clear Hijikawa River flows through the center of the city, and as its name suggests, the river curves like an elbow as it runs through the town, bringing many blessings to the city, including nature, history, culture, and local specialties. Remnants of the city's prosperity as a castle town around Ozu Castle during the Edo period still live on the banks of the Hijikawa River.
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- The silence and original scenery of Japan that can be enjoyed only because there is no one around
- Things to note when visiting Nyohoji Temple
- The recommended time to visit Nyohoji Temple is autumn or early summer.
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When you come to Nyohoji Temple, we recommend staying at NIPPONIA HOTEL Ozu Castle Town. If you are staying overnight, please also refer to the article below.
The silence and original scenery of Japan that can be enjoyed only because there is no one around
The priest of Nyoho-ji Temple also serves as the priest of Zuiryu-ji Temple in Nagahama, Ozu, so there are usually no people around and it stands quietly. Although it is not yet known as a tourist destination, you can enjoy the precincts covered with moss mats by passing through the forest approach, such as the Tadasu no Mori of Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto, Japan, and Saihoji Temple , which is famous for its moss mats. .
The precincts are covered with moss
The entrance to the approach is at the foot of Mt.Tomisu .
After passing through the forest about 300 meters from the entrance of the approach, you will see a large gate.
Once you pass through the gate, the inside of the moss-covered temple grounds is completely silent. You can see the original scenery of Japan.
Things to note when visiting Nyohoji Temple
The moss mats on the grounds of Nyoho-ji Temple are extremely valuable. When moving, please only pass over stepping stones.
The recommended time to visit Nyohoji Temple is autumn or early summer.
There are many maple trees along the approach to Nyoho-ji Temple, and within the temple grounds there is only one maple tree standing among the moss, creating a contrast of green and red. The moss is at its most beautiful in early summer, so the best time to see it is around May.
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The true original scenery of Japan, where there are no people, is spread out here, which is not found in Kyoto. Please be sure to visit Nyohoji Temple when you are staying in Ozu. It takes about 10 minutes by car or 30 minutes on foot from the tourist area of Ozu city.
Ozu City is located in the western part of Shikoku, in the region known as Nanyo, and is an area centered around the Ozu Basin, facing the Seto Inland Sea to the north and the Shikoku Mountains to the south. The clear Hijikawa River flows through the center of the city, and as its name suggests, the river curves like an elbow as it runs through the town, bringing many blessings to the city, including nature, history, culture, and local specialties. Remnants of the city's prosperity as a castle town around Ozu Castle during the Edo period still live on the banks of the Hijikawa River.
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