What other travelers are saying about Rinzaiji Temple, Shizuoka
I will visit Rinzai-ji whenever I visit Shizuoka. It has a feeling of absolute peace, that only Zen Temples have. It has a beautiful garden, including some rock gardens. Just sit and enjoy the feeling for about half an hour. I first went because of its historical importance. Tokugawa Ieyasu, the man who united Japan and established the Tokugawa Shogunate was lodged in Shizuoka as a hostage for his family's good behaviour as a young boy and returned to Sumpu (Shizuoka) in his 'retirement' and built a huge castle in the center of town. It was at this temple that he was lodged as a young boy. He came of age at the more-frequently visited but less impressive, nearby Shrine.
Great place, very spiritual. Guide was incredible. Very detailed and full of facts. All in English. If given another chance I would definitely come back and visit the place. The only thing you must remember you will not be allowed every time. Research beforehand.
I visited Rinzaiji, the family temple of Ujiteru Imagawa (^^)/. This is also the place where Tokugawa Ieyasu spent his childhood as a hostage of the Imagawa family for 12 years starting from the age of eight. The precincts were very beautiful and the Nio statue at the Sanmon gate was also a highlight. It is said that you can receive the Goshuin stamp on the visit day twice a year.
It is dedicated to the Imagawa family.
It was a very beautiful temple.
This is a temple that Tokugawa Ieyasu was also associated with.
Parking lot 🅿️ available
Goshuin available (twice a year) only
No toilet 🚽
