Kōzan-ji (Shimonoseki) explained

Kinzan Kōzan-ji
Location:1-2-3, Kawabata, Chofu, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan
Religious Affiliation:Rinzai
Country:Japan
Website:https://web.archive.org/web/20091201030220/http://npweb.com/kouzanji/
Founded By:Kyoan Genjaku
Year Completed:1327

The is a temple of the Sōtō school in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. It was first established as a temple of the Rinzai school by Kyoan Genjaku in 1327.

Kōzan-ji's Butsuden, completed in 1320, is a National Treasure of Japan. This architecture in (aka Zen'yō) style (Zen style), combining Japanese and Chinese design features. It is the oldest building designed in the Zenshūyō style that exists in Japan.

The Chūgoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage No.19.

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