Just a block from Ark Hotel Royal in the busy streets of Tenjin, near the nightlife of Oyafuko-dori, lies Ankokuji Zen Temple. Originally located in Nakatsu in Oita, the temple was moved to Fukuoka City when the feudal lord expanded his territory. This temple is mostly known for the tomb of the legendary ‘candy-buying ghost’ and the largest bell of all temples in the city. Visit Ankokuji and not only will you be able to check out these two attractions, but you will also feel calm and soothed in the middle of the city.
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Ankokuji Zen Temple in Fukuoka City
Where the candy-buying ghost sleeps with her baby

By Haruka Saijo
Community writer

The largest temple bell in Fukuoka City

The beautifully detailed carvings along the roof protecting the bell

Ankokuji Zen Temple

Peek into the urban oasis

The Deva Kings of this temple are one of the best collections in Western Japan

Legend says that the women who was buried pregnant here became a ghost and went to buy candies for her baby to feed it

The monks clean the temple on a daily basis

You can see the amazing stripes in the sand—a common design for Japanese gardens

You've got to admit that seeing monks with hoses is a rare scene
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Kim Bergström
6 years ago
I love that something like this is tucked away right in the city!
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