Zuigan-ji

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The main building of the Zuigan-ji, in Matsushima, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.
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The main building of the Zuigan-ji, in Matsushima, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.

Seiryuzan Zuigan-ji (青龍山 瑞巌寺 seiryuzan zuigan-ji?) is a famous Zen Buddhist temple in Matsushima, Japan.

The temple, commonly referred to as Zuigan-ji, was originally founded in 828 by Ennin, but was rebuilt by Date Masamune from 1604 onwards, using skilled workmen from across Japan. Many parts of the temple have been designated as important national cultural assets, and the haiku poet Bashō wrote a tribute to the golden walls inside the temple.

The temple grounds also contain an art museum which displays various artifacts, including calligraphy by former head monks, tea cups and paintings.

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