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  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Jufuku-ji, Rinzai Zen temple in Kamakura

Jufuku-ji, Rinzai Zen temple in Kamakura

Soleil, Christian

Paperback

General World History

ISBN10: 1291621342
ISBN13: 9781291621341
Publisher: Lulu.com
Published: Jul 6 2026
Pages: 46
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.11 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
Jufuku-ji is far more than a temple in Kamakura. As the first major temple of the Rinzai Zen tradition established in Japan's former shogunal capital, it has embodied the spirit of Zen for more than eight centuries-simplicity, silence, and the pursuit of inner awakening. Nestled among peaceful hills and ancient trees, away from the distractions of the modern world, it invites every visitor to slow down, observe, and reflect. In this richly illustrated and engaging volume, Christian Soleil explores the history, architecture, gardens, and spiritual legacy of this remarkable sanctuary. Every stone path, every moss-covered garden, and every wooden hall tells the story of the Zen masters, monks, and warriors who shaped the soul of Kamakura. Founded in the early thirteenth century under the patronage of Hōjō Masako and inspired by the teachings of the Zen master Eisai, Jufuku-ji remains one of Japan's most significant historic Zen temples. Blending cultural history, travel writing, and thoughtful reflection, this book offers readers an intimate journey into one of Japan's oldest and most revered Zen monasteries. It is an invitation to discover a place where silence becomes a teaching, simplicity reveals profound beauty, and the timeless spirit of Zen continues to inspire all who enter its gates.

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