Suo Kokubunji Temple
📍 Yamaguchi, Hofu · 2-67 Kokubunji-cho, Hofu, Yamaguchi 747-0023, Japan
About
Founded 天平13年（741年）
Festival 薬師大法要
Heritage 金堂（重要文化財）、薬師如来坐像（重要文化財）、日光・月光菩薩像（重要文化財）、四天王立像（重要文化財）、周防国分寺旧境内（国史跡）
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Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
¥500
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
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