Kai-Zenkoji Temple

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This temple is located in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture. It was built in 1558 by Takeda Shingen, who feared that the fires caused by the Battles of Kawanakajima would reach Shinano Zenkoji Temple, as a place to relocate the temple's statues, scriptures, and other properties. The temple's gate and main hall are nationally-designated Important Cultural Properties. The treasure hall built on the temple grounds exhibit some of the temple's countless treasures.

Spot details

Address: Yamanashi Pref. Koufushi Zenkouji 3-36-1 Map
Area: Kofu / Shosenkyo Area
Phone: 0552337570
Hours: [VisitReception]9:00-16:30
Closed: open everyday (However, there may be restrictions on entering the hall on Fridays due to events, etc., so please check)
Fees: [Admission fee]Adults500yen, Elementary school students250yen
Parking Lot: Available (Car Approx. 20 spaces, Bus 7 spaces)
Credit Card: Available(VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, DISCOVER, Diners Club)

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Very worthwhile visit

Reviewed : 2023.10.23

Beautiful grounds surrounding a magnificent temple. A lovely, spiritual place to spend some time and view magnificent gardens. It is worth a visit just for the insight into the spiritual.
Cool place to visit

Reviewed : 2020.01.13

It will be great to read some history of Takeda Shingen from the war period in Japan prior to visiting the temple. A totally historical place that continue to play import religious roles in the...
Zenkoji temple

Reviewed : 2018.05.02

Calm place. Near to kofu station and science museum. Entry fees 500 yen after entering temple. Free parking available