Butsugen-ji

Butsugenja is a head temple (reiseki-ji-in) of the Nichiren sect located in Ito, Shizuoka, on a hill overlooking the Izu sea. Known by its mountain name Kaikouzan, this sacred site is associated with Saint Nichiren and has long been revered as an important holy place of the Nichiren sect. Pilgrims have visited here for centuries seeking spiritual purification. The serene temple grounds filled with pure mountain air quietly cleanse the hearts of all who visit.