An ancient Soto Zen temple closely associated with the Date clan, developed under the patronage of Date Masamune after his entry into Sendai and counted among the Kitayama Gozan — the five prominent temples of northern Sendai. Set on the Kitayama hills, its grounds feature a beautifully maintained Japanese garden designated a National Place of Scenic Beauty, celebrated especially for its iris and …

Rinno-ji Temple is said to have been founded in 1441 (Kakitsu 1) under the name Reiyazan Rinno-ji, though detailed records from its earliest period remain unclear. The temple is believed to have been relocated and developed on its current site on the Kitayama hills during the late 16th century, as D…