Jun 8, 2016 - 1 min read

Daihoji Temple in Kanbara

A charming little temple near a traditional art museum

By Peter Sidell

Community writer

Buddha takes a break

The cosy temple grounds

Another relaxed Buddhist deity

The main hall, with carefully pruned trees

The small gravel zen garden

A striking stone monument

The steps up to the gate

A hefty lantern in the grounds

One more of the little statues

If you're in the suburbs of Shizuoka city to enjoy the traditional ukiyo-e (woodblock prints) at the Tokaido Hiroshige Art Museum, then while you're there it's also worth popping up behind the museum to take a look at Daihoji. It's a small but charming Buddhist temple, with a small but diverse population of interesting statues in the well-tended grounds, and a relaxed atmosphere that will set your mind at ease before or after you see the museum.

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Elena Lisina

Elena Lisina 5 years ago

It seems not as crowded as touristic places, right?

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Elena Lisina

Elena Lisina 5 years ago

I definitely prefer that! I know Kyoto is great, but I was SO tired there from a crowd anywhere. Same in Asakusa - why?! : )

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