Kai Zenkoji Temple

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Established by Shingen Takeda, this temple features East Japan's largest wooden structures. Don't miss the "Naki-ryu" (Crying Dragon) where your handclaps echo on the ceiling, or the "Kaidan-meguri" tunnel where you walk in total darkness to feel the sacred spirit.

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こうふ歳時記 -KOFU SEASONAL GUIDE-

Kofu City

Kai Zenkoji Temple

Address: 3-36-1 Zenkoji, Kofu-shi, Yamanashi
Website: http://www.kai-zenkoji.or.jp/
Operator: Kai Zenkoji Temple

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