Shuzenji Temple

Shuzenji Temple

TEMPLE

Shuzenji temple was built in 807 AD. It is said that the famous saint Kobo and his disciple founded the temple while travelling around Japan. The temple was burned down and rebuilt twice, with the current temple being built in 1489. For a more detailed history please visit the temple’s website.

Many famous writers/playwrights have visited the temple and been inspired, most notably being Natsume Soseki who wrote “Shuzenji Dairy”.

There is no set parking for the temple, however you are able to use one of the many car parks in the area for a fee.

Review

The history behind the temple is very interesting and I recommend you reading up on it on their website (the history is available in English) before you visit. The building itself is fairly generic, although the temple often holds festivals and local craft markets. If you’re in the area during one of these events then I definitely recommend visiting.

ADDRESS

Shuzenji Temple,
Shuzenji 964-985-1,
Izu City,
Shizuoka Prefecture,
410-2416

+81558720053 (Japanese only)
https://shuzenji-temple.com/english.html (English available)

RECOMMENDED ROUTE:

Shuzenji temple is easiest to get to by public transport, however there are paid car parks in Shuzenji available to use. Take the train from Mishima to Shuzenji on the Izu Hakone Tetsudo Line. Switch to the bus bound for Shuzenji Onsen (修善寺温泉).