Located in Karatsu City, Iouji Temple is a Soto Zen temple with Yakushi Nyorai as its principal image. The Kamakura to early Muromachi architectural style can be seen in the founder's hall. The temple also houses numerous cultural assets such as the Hizen Bell and the wooden Yakushi Nyorai statue, allowing visitors to take their time and feel the history. The cedar tree gate, estimated to be 450 years old, is also a must-see. As one of the three temples of Kyushu (the three Muhachiyama temples of the Fuke sect), why not visit and see for yourself?
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