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Daihonzan Eiheiji
Place
4.5 (8051 reviews)
Understated 13th-century Zen Buddhist temple complex with a monastery & ancient trees.
5-15 Shihi, Eiheiji, Yoshida District, Fukui 910-1228, Japan
+81 776-63-3102
Highlights from Reviews
• peaceful atmosphere
Visitors consistently praise the temple's serene, calm, and deeply spiritual atmosphere, perfect for reflection and escaping the modern world.
• authentic Zen experience
The temple offers a genuine and immersive Zen experience, including meditation, ceremonies, and the presence of practicing monks.
• stunning architecture
The temple complex boasts impressive and beautiful architecture, with a full traditional layout of seven main buildings and intricate details.
• natural beauty
Surrounded by tall cedar trees and set in a beautiful forest, the temple's natural environment enhances its meditative and tranquil feel.
• well-guided tours
The self-guided tour is well-arranged with English signs and videos providing historical and contextual insights, making exploration easy.
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