Buddhist templeKumamoto

Daiji-ji Temple

大慈寺

Address: 熊本県熊本市南区野田1-7-1

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History

Kangan, a senior disciple of Dōgen, founded the temple in 1278. A Santōka memorial stone was erected in 1952 by people commemorating the poet.

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Sources Kumamoto City official tourism guide

Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Building 1
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Visiting information

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Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Opening hours

The main hall opens 05:00–19:00 in summer and 05:00–18:00 in winter. The listing does not define the seasonal boundaries. Group visits require advance contact.