Zenshō-ji Temple

Overview

Zensho-ji is a temple of the Nichiren school in the Higashiyama district of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, bearing the mountain name Myogu-zan. Founded, by tradition, in 1522, it traces its lineage to Myoken-ji, the head temple of the Shijo branch, within the Yushi dharma affiliation. Standing in Higashiyama close to the Higashi Chaya teahouse district, it lies within the cluster of temples gathered at the foot of Mount Utatsu, offering a quiet place of prayer. Its main gate, in particular, is designated a Cultural Property by the City of Kanazawa and is one of its highlights.

Highlights

• ●A Nichiren-school temple said to date from 1522
• ●A main gate designated a Cultural Property by the City of Kanazawa
• ●Mountain name Myogu-zan, formerly under Myoken-ji of the Shijo branch
• ●Part of the Higashiyama temple cluster at the foot of Mount Utatsu

History

Zensho-ji is a Nichiren-school temple said to have been founded in 1522. Its mountain name is Myogu-zan, and its former head temple was Myoken-ji of the Shijo branch, to which it belongs within the Yushi dharma affiliation. The Higashiyama area of Kanazawa is known as a district where many temples gather at the foot of Mount Utatsu, and Zensho-ji is counted among this historic cluster. For a detailed history, checking official sources is recommended.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Stroll the Higashi Chaya district, then head to the Higashiyama temple quarter
2. 2Visit Zensho-ji and admire its city-designated main gate
3. 3Savor the character of a Nichiren temple in its quiet precincts
4. 4Extend your walk to the surrounding temples or toward Mount Utatsu

Did you know?

💡 The main gate is designated a Cultural Property by the City of Kanazawa. Higashiyama is known as a temple cluster gathered at the foot of Mount Utatsu, and Zensho-ji quietly marks the passing of time within it.

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