Anraku-ji Temple
This temple of Soto sect opened during Tencho era (824-834), prospered
as a Zen temple protected by Hojo clan in the middle of Kamakura era (1185-1333)
and many priests were brought up.
After the fall of Hojo clan (1333), it declined and left no accurate document
since then. However, it is the oldest temple in Shinshu district with many
cultural assets including 3-Tiered Octagonal Pagoda of National Treasure.
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3-Tiered Octagonal Pagoda (National Treasure) |
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16 Arhats |
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Japanese Umbrella-Pine |
About 3-Tiered Octagonal Pagoda
According to the guide board on its architectural style,
"This pagoda was built in the style of Zen (Kara Style) of the advanced
technology in China at that time.
Therefore, its appearance is profound, and different from the pagodas in
Japanese style.
The octagonal pagodas are recorded in Nara and Kyoto, but they are now
lost. So, this is the only octagonal pagoda left in Japan, and a very precious
one remaining in a Zen temple.
夏山に抱かれ八角三重塔
Hugged by summer mountains
Octagonal 3-Tiered Pagoda |
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Anraku-ji Temple, Other Pictures
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