Chokyuji

This ancient temple, embodying prayers for a long and enduring life, has received the wishes of countless devotees in Matsumoto through the generations. True to its name Chokyuji—temple of long duration—pilgrims seek to live life fully across many years. The ancient trees within the grounds seem to have kept vigil alongside this temple, sharing in its accumulated time and wisdom. All who have come here, young and old alike, have carried gratitude and hope within their hearts.