Chogaku-ji Temple

Overview

Chogaku-ji Temple is a Koyasan Shingon sect temple located in Tenri City, Nara Prefecture. It is said to have been founded in 824 AD (during the reign of Emperor Junna) at the request of the emperor, as a temple associated with the Yamato Shrine. Located roughly midway along the Yamanobe no Michi, one of Japan's oldest historical routes, it's affectionately known as Kamaguchi Daishi. Chogaku-ji Temple is known for its many historic structures, including a temple gate from the Kamakura period. The temple grounds cover approximately 40,000 square meters, offering a spacious and naturally beautiful environment perfect for a relaxing visit, attracting many tourists. Highlights of Chogaku-ji Temple include the temple gate (designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan), the 88 Stations of Stone Buddhas, and a stone pagoda from the Kamakura period. The beautiful Pure Land style garden centered around a pond offers stunning scenery throughout the year. Chogaku-ji Temple is a temple where you can fully enjoy both history and nature.