[2025 Yokohama Attraction] Travel Guide for Soji-ji Temple (Updated May)

#Tokyo Attractions Sojiji Temple is located in the suburbs of Tokyo and is the main temple of the Soto Zen sect with a long history. The temple has a magnificent architecture and a tranquil environment. It is a holy place where one can calm their souls. The wooden architecture and garden design of the temple are full of traditional Japanese beauty, especially when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring or the maple leaves turn red in autumn, it is even more beautiful. In addition to worship, Sojiji Temple also offers a Zen meditation experience, allowing visitors to experience the tranquility and depth of Zen firsthand. The staff is friendly and you can feel their enthusiasm and respect even if you don't understand Japanese. Sojiji Temple is easily accessible by train from downtown Tokyo. Whether you are interested in Buddhism or are simply looking for a quiet space, Sojiji Temple is a tourist attraction worth visiting.

Sojiji Temple in Tsurumi, Kanagawa Prefecture This temple, located in Tsurumi Ward, halfway between Kawasaki and Yokohama, is the head temple of the Soto sect and its official name is Shodake-san Sojiji Temple. It was originally a Kannon-do temple in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, but it was burned down by fire and moved to its current location in Tsurumi. The old site in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was rebuilt and became a branch temple of the head temple Sojiji Temple. The first thing that surprised me when I visited was the size of the temple grounds... It was so vast that I was surprised. After passing through the Sanmon gate, there were many temple facilities such as the Buddha hall, the Daiso-do, and the Daiso-do, and before I knew it, I had been there for over an hour and a half. Among them, the Daiso-do is so large that you can't help but look up, and it is said to be used as a place for memorial service training, so when you go inside, you will see a large hall. It was filled with a solemn atmosphere, and I felt on edge ✊ Many registered tangible cultural properties remain, such as the "Hyakuken Corridor" that is about 164 meters long and separates the outer garden from the inner garden, and the "bell tower" that boasts outstanding structural beauty, so you can relax and feel the history 😌 ※A temple full of things to see In the well I found while walking around, there was a frog 🐸 -—————————————— [Access 🚃] 5 minutes walk from the west exit of "Tsurumi Station" on the JR Keihin Tohoku Line 7 minutes walk from "Keikyu Tsurumi Station" on the Keikyu Line 7 minutes walk from "Kagetsu Sojiji Station" on the Keikyu Line [Visiting hours 🕰️] 9:00-17:00 -————————————— #Autumn trip #Kanagawa Prefecture #Kanagawa #Tsurumi #Kagetsu Sojiji Temple #Sojiji Temple #Soto Zen sect head temple #Registered tangible cultural property #Camera trip #SLR #canoneosx9i #Traveling through history #Places where you can feel history #I love traveling #Travel record #Cut-out world #Traveling in Japan #Where should I go next? #japan #japantravel #Domestic travel record

#thingstodo Soji-ji is a very good example of what you can find when you want an uncrowded but impressive temple in a non-touristy spot. Located a short distance from Tsurumi station this large temple complex provides many features and buildings to explore. As well as being an important zen temple, the site is well used by the local population and for local festivals.