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Nanzoin Temple, worship the reclining Buddha

A trip to Nanzoin Temple is a journey to peace of mind amidst the mountains and quiet nature of Sasaguri City, Fukuoka Prefecture. This temple is hidden in the forest, but it is famous throughout Japan for its unique feature, the "Parinibbana Buddha" or one of the largest reclining Buddhas in the world, which is over 41 meters long, about 11 meters high, and weighs 300 tons. To get to the temple, take the train from Hakata Station to Kido Nanzoin-mae Station, then walk for a few minutes. From the station, there is a small path through a quiet village, winding into the temple grounds surrounded by trees and cool water flowing through, making you feel like you have entered another world, far from the hustle and bustle of the big city. When entering the temple grounds, the first thing you will feel is the peacefulness and the atmosphere of meditation. There are many statues of Japanese gods lining both sides of the path before reaching the most important point of the temple, the great reclining Buddha enshrined in the open air. Visitors can walk around the Buddha to see its grandeur and pray with the sacred rope that connects the hands of the Buddha to the front hall. Nanzoin Temple is not only a place for cultural and religious tourism, but also offers a relaxing experience and an appreciation for authentic Japanese architecture. If you are looking for a place of peace, quiet, and deep devotion, Nanzoin Temple is the answer that should not be overlooked when traveling to Kyushu. #Get a discount without relying on luck #japan
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Posted: Jul 4, 2025
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