Zenrin-in
📍 Yamanashi, Kofu · Zenrin-in, Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture
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
Zenrin-in temple specializes in sutra copying practice, a meditative art that unites hand, heart, and spirit. Within its tranquil halls, pilgrims discover the transformative power of transcribing sacred texts, gradually achieving inner peace and spiritual awakening. This ancient monastery preserves a tradition of Buddhist practice spanning over a millennium, offering contemporary seekers a pathway to enlightenment through disciplined devotion and mindful presence.
Benefits
Sutra copying meritWish fulfillmentMeditation practice
