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Sofukuji Temple, Fukuoka-Shi

6-1 Gokusho-machi, Fukuoka-Shi 812-0037
 
 
 
 
 
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Contact: +81 92 431 3003
Open Hours: Accessible anytime
Five minutes' walk from Hakata Station, Shofukuji Temple offers a retreat from the world. Although still a working ... More
Sofukuji Temple
 

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Five minutes' walk from Hakata Station, Shofukuji Temple offers a retreat from the world. Although still a working temple, the secluded walks and shaded gardens give one the impression of having traveled back in time. This Rinzai-sect temple was founded in the 12th century by the priest Eisai-Myoan, and is the oldest Zen temple in Japan. Its buildings house a number of important artifacts including personal effects of the priest and noted sumi-e artist Sengai, an ancient korai bell from Korea, and a votive tablet presented to the temple by the Emperor Gotoba in the Kamakura Period.
 
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great atmosphere the temple was also spectacular
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I liked the fact that you could see all of nature and the beauty of the temple its self was a great site to see.
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Pretty good for a temple in the middle of Fukuoka
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A decent temple but is lacking in upkeep and has become a little run down. Upkeep aside, it still maintains character and the grounds have some nice places for photographs. Within walking distance from the nearest train station.
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