Koshakuin Temple

Kojyakuin is a Soto Zen temple located in the Kawanayama district of Showa Ward, Nagoya. Its mountain name is Ajiokasan. Nestled in the lush greenery of Kawanayama, the temple has maintained a living tradition of Zen practice through seated meditation and mindful labor. True to the Soto Zen teachings, the temple has welcomed practitioners and visitors alike seeking to cultivate body and mind. Offering a tranquil retreat from the bustle of Nagoya, Kojyakuin invites visitors to find stillness and turn inward. It continues to be sustained by the devoted faith of the local community.