Fudo-ji Jinja

Fudo-ji is a temple of the Obaku sect of Zen Buddhism, quietly situated in the mountainous area of Nanmoku Village, Kanra District, Gunma Prefecture. Fudo Myoo is enshrined here, and the imposing image of this fierce deity focuses the minds of all who visit. The Obaku sect was introduced from China in the early Edo period and is characterized by its distinctive architectural style and practices. Amid the deep nature of Nanmoku Village, unceasing prayers have continued across the ages.