Ryushouji
📍 Shimane, Matsue · 136 Teramachi, Matsue City, Shimane 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
A venerable Zen temple sanctuary where monks have pursued the path of enlightenment through rigorous discipline and meditation. Within these austere halls, seekers have long strived to transcend the self and attain profound spiritual awakening. The temple bells ring out with crystalline clarity at dawn, their sound carrying the essence of Zen practice across Matsue's quiet streets.
Benefits
path to enlightenmentspiritual refinementpurity of heart
