A Soto Zen temple in Sengokuhara, Hakone. A quiet Zen temple embraced by the nature-rich environment of Sengokuhara. The principal Shaka Nyorai statue shows the refined form befitting a Zen temple. From the grounds, views of Sengokuhara's pampas grass fields and Hakone mountains can be enjoyed. Soto Zen zazen practice continues to this day. Sengokuhara has an ancient history, and the temple also c…

Kofuku-in is a Soto Zen temple established in Sengokuhara, Hakone. The details of its founding are unclear, but it is believed to have existed during the Edo period. Sengokuhara is a highland area of Hakone where mountain people have lived since ancient times. The temple functioned as a spiritual pi…