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Joeiji Temple
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Joeiji Temple
常栄寺
4.2Est. 90Yamaguchi, Chugoku
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Overview
Zen Buddhist temple especially known for its traditional rock garden, created by monk and painter Sesshu.
This temple garden is a masterpiece of Muromachi period landscape design. It uses the surrounding mountains as 'borrowed scenery.' The garden is arranged to look like a three-dimensional ink painting, reflecting Sesshu's artistic genius.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 常栄寺
- Nearest station
- Miyano Station (15 min walk)
- Payment
- Cash only
- Reservations
- not required
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