Overview
Shūzen-in is a Nichiren-sect Buddhist temple in Mikazuki-cho Kume, Ogi City, Saga Prefecture, formally known as Chōkyōzan Shūzen-in.
Highlights
- ●The temple's formal name, Chōkyōzan Shūzen-in, and the history it carries
- ●Its history of patronage by the Chiba and Ishii clans
- ●Its ties to its former head temple, Nakayama Hokekyō-ji
- ●Temple treasures including a letter by Jōgyōin Nichiyū Shōnin and a statue of Shakyamuni
History
The temple was originally called Honpukuji Shūzen-in. It received deep patronage from the Chiba clan, who governed Ogi District in Hizen Province, and from the Ishii clan, who claimed descent from a branch of the Chiba clan and later became relatives by marriage and chief retainers to the Nabeshima clan, lords of Saga Domain. Its former head temple is Nakayama Hokekyō-ji in present-day Chiba Prefecture, and it belongs to the Shinshi hōen lineage within the Nichiren sect.
Access
The temple is located in Mikazuki-cho Kume, Ogi City, making it easy to combine a visit with a tour of nearby historic sites in the Ogi area. It is advisable to confirm visiting hours and arrangements in advance.
Best season
The temple can be visited comfortably at any time of year, though it also makes a pleasant stop during a spring or autumn outing around the Ogi area.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Visit the temple grounds in Mikazuki-cho Kume
- 2Reflect on the temple's history at the main hall
- 3Learn about the stories behind its treasured objects
- 4Continue on to explore nearby historic sites around Ogi
Did you know?
💡 Among the temple's treasures are a letter by Jōgyōin Nichiyū Shōnin, a statue of Shakyamuni, and a honzon (principal image of worship) associated with Niiya Nissatsu Shōnin, the 73rd chief priest of Kuonji Temple on Mt. Minobu.
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