Overview
Yushin-in is a Soto Zen temple in Kanai, Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Its mountain name is Kofuzan, and its principal image is Kokuzo Bosatsu, the bodhisattva said to bestow wisdom and good fortune. Standing quietly in Tsuru with views toward Mount Fuji, its approach and grounds carry the calm air typical of a Zen temple. Unlike bustling great temples, its modest form, sustained by local faith, appeals to travelers who wish to step away from the noise of a trip and settle the mind.
Highlights
- ●Calm grounds typical of a Soto Zen temple
- ●The principal image Kokuzo Bosatsu, said to grant wisdom and fortune
- ●The mountain name Kofuzan, evoking a view toward Fuji
- ●A quiet presence sustained by local faith
History
Yushin-in belongs to the Soto school of Zen, and its mountain name Kofuzan, meaning to face Mount Fuji, evokes its setting. The principal image, Kokuzo Bosatsu, symbolizes vast wisdom and compassion and has long been revered for blessings related to study and memory. Rooted in the Kanai district of Tsuru, the temple has accompanied the daily life and prayers of local people. For details of its founding and successive abbots, please consult official sources or on-site information.
Access
Located in Kanai, Tsuru City, the temple can be reached by car or bus from stations around Tsuru on the Fujikyuko Line. Set in a quiet spot a little way from central Tsuru, public transport may be limited, so check the nearest station and service times via official information before visiting. Please be considerate of the peaceful surroundings when paying your respects.
Best season
Spring, when the trees on the grounds come into leaf, and autumn, colored by fall foliage, are especially recommended. A clear winter morning with views of Mount Fuji is also refreshing, and each season offers the quiet unique to a Zen temple.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Head from a Tsuru station to Yushin-in and walk the approach
- 2Join your hands before Kokuzo Bosatsu and savor the stillness
- 3Enjoy seasonal trees and Fuji views within the grounds
- 4Extend your trip to Tsuru's castle town and nearby sights
Did you know?
💡 Kokuzo Bosatsu is said to hold boundless wisdom and fortune and is known as the guardian deity for those born in the years of the Ox and Tiger. The mountain name Kofuzan preserves to this day the scene of looking toward Mount Fuji from this place.
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