Zuigan-ji Temple

Zuigan-ji is a National Treasure of Japan and the chief Rinzai Zen temple of the Tohoku region, located in the coastal town of Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture. Founded in 828 CE and reconstructed in its current form in 1609 by the powerful warlord Date Masamune, the temple complex features elaborately decorated main halls with stunning sliding door paintings by the Kano school of art. The approach through a solemn cedar forest past cliffside caves used as meditation cells by ancient monks creates a profound spiritual atmosphere.

• Categoryreligious
• Opening HoursMonday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM