Sojiji

📍 Shiga, Nagahama · 708 Miyaji-cho, Nagahama, Shiga

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

This Soto Zen temple serves as a sanctuary for those practicing zazen meditation. Its name, Sojiji, embodies the totality of Buddhist teachings and practice. Here, in profound silence and seated meditation, countless practitioners have found inner peace and glimpsed the nature of enlightenment itself.

Benefits

Zen meditationMental stabilityPath to enlightenment

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