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Shofuku-ji Temple
聖福寺

  • Temples

One of Japan’s oldest Zen temple.

Visitors can see the Sanmon gate, pond, and a historical wall.

Because of its vast area the Zen temple still maintain its unique and calm atmosphere.

Shofuku-ji Temple

Access and Getting Around

By subway

Get off at Gion-cho station

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