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Tourism - Shinpukuji (真福寺): (Diese Seite in Deutsch lesen)
Shinpukuji is the oldest temple in Aichi and one of the oldest in Japan as
it was first built in the 6th century. Being one of the oldest temples around, it receives a lot of attention and lately has been getting somewhat touristy. The infrastructure has been updated to reflect that.
The actual temple is in the back of the area. The gate below is the entrance to the whole area. On the way to the temple you can catch a glimpse of a giant Buddha statue.
Shinpukuji - the main entrance of the area
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The temple is set in a beautiful forest and is a good place to get away from it all. Only the forest itself is already worth visiting. Not only will it make you feel like you have been brought back in time but it also smells and sounds like a rainforest. If you have not been to a real rainforest before, this is as close as it will get.
Shinpukuji - the forest around the temple
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The temple itself has been renovated and modernized in harmony with nature. A red metal bridge connects the temple with the restaurant, the omiyage shop and the restroom facilities, much to the relief of the elder people visiting Shinpukuji. Climb up the stairs to pray for your health or ask Ikkyuu-san for wisdom! In order to do that, you have to rub his head and then using the same hand, rub your own head.
Shinpukuji is also famous for its bamboo shoot cuisine. A description is available on the Shinpukuji homepage
Shinpukuji - the stairs leading up to the temple & Ikkyuu-san
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How to get there:
Shinpukuji - Impressions
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