Kozenji
📍 Nagano, Kiso · 5659 Monzen, Fukushima, Kiso Town, Kiso County, Nagano Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
Standing as a beacon of Zen practice in the Kiso region, this temple has nurtured countless seekers on their spiritual journey. The very name speaks of awakening—the profound moment when delusion falls away and truth reveals itself. Within these walls, monks practice zazen with unwavering dedication, and every visitor finds themselves touched by the monastery's peaceful essence.
Benefits
Zen trainingHealth and vitalitySpiritual awakening