Buddhist templeKanagawa

Sōji-ji Temple

總持寺

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The relocated Tsurumi temple held its major transfer ceremony on November 5, 1911, 591 years after the original Noto foundation.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

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

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

Landmarks on this map

Great Ancestor Hall
Main ceremonial hall honoring the Sōtō founders and successive Zen teachers.
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Buddha Hall
Central hall enshrining Shakyamuni, also called Daiyūhōden.
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Sanmon Gate
Large gate housing Niō figures below and Buddhist figures above.
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Sanshōkan Entrance Gate
First temple gate, built in the distinctive kōraimon style.
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Check before you go

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

The temple gives a five-minute walk from JR Tsurumi Station.

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