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Nanzoin Temple

Fukuoka · Sasaguri · Culture & History

Japanese name: 南蔵院

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Nanzoin Temple
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WHAT TO DONanzoin Temple

A temple in Sasaguri Town. The head temple of the Sasaguri Shikoku pilgrimage, it houses a reclining Buddha statue built in 1995.

WHEREFukuoka

Sasaguri

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A temple in Sasaguri Town. The head temple of the Sasaguri Shikoku pilgrimage, it houses a reclining Buddha statue built in 1995.

About this place

Nanzoin is the temple name (ingo) of Buddhist temples found in various parts of Japan. Nanzoin (Kuki) - A temple of the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism in Kuki, Saitama. Temple No. 80 of the Kanto 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Nanzoin (Itabashi Ward) - A temple of the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism in Itabashi Ward, Tokyo. Nanzoin (Nerima Ward) - A temple of the Buzan school of Shingon Buddhism in Nerima Ward, Tokyo. Nanzoin (Adachi Ward) - A temple in Adachi Ward, Tokyo. Nanzoin (Katsushika Ward, Higashimizumoto) - A Tendai school temple in Higashimizumoto, Katsushika Ward, Tokyo.

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Note: Visitors with exposed skin or tattoos cannot enter the temple grounds (please keep them covered). Note: For the upper body, wear clothing that covers the tops of the shoulders and the stomach; for the lower body, wear clothing that reaches the knees. Camisoles and tank tops are not allowed. For other details, please check the official website.

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