Suo Kokubunji Temple
📍 Yamaguchi, Hofu · 2-67 Kokubunji-cho, Hofu, Yamaguchi 747-0023, Japan
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Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Founded in the Nara period, this kokubunji temple is one of Japan's ancient temple networks established for national protection. Despite facing destruction and hardship through the ages, it has endured as a beacon of faith and cultural preservation. Monks and believers have consistently prayed for the peace of the nation and the prosperity of Buddhist teachings. The temple continues to welcome visitors seeking spiritual tranquility and blessings.
Benefits
national peacecultural prosperitypeace of mind