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One of Japan's three ordination platforms, founded by Ganjin's disciple
10 min walk from Nishitetsu Gojo Station
Kanzeonji 5-7-10, Dazaifu, Fukuoka
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An ancient Ritsu sect temple opened in 761 within Kanzeonji's precinct by Dochuu, a direct disciple of Ganjin (Jianzhen). One of the "Three Ordination Platforms of Japan" alongside Todaiji in Nara and Yakushiji in Shimotsuke. The ordination platform (kaidan) is the sacred site where monks receive formal vows, and it functioned as the center of officially recognized Buddhism in Kyushu. The principa…
Kaidanin was founded in 761 by Dochuu, a direct disciple of the Tang Chinese monk Ganjin (Jianzhen), within the precinct of Kanzeonji temple. Together with Todaiji in Nara and Yakushiji in Shimotsuke, it is counted as one of the "Three Ordination Platforms of Japan," serving as the official site for…
Longevity and freedom from age-related suffering. Associated with Yakushi Buddha and the Seven Lucky Gods (Jurojin, Fukurokuju).
Derived from the enshrined deity "弥勒菩薩坐像"
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