Genko-an Temple

The view from the two windows is a must-see!

Once in decline, it was revived in 1694 by a monk from Daijyo-ji Temple. Famous
for its round“ Window of Enlightenment” and square “Window of Lostness,” the
windows off er views of the four seasons.

［Window of Enlightenment, Window of Lost］
The circular Window of Enlightenment represents the mind of “Zen and Entsu,” and the circle represents the macrocosm. The square-shaped Window of Lostness symbolizes the “human life” and represents the four suffering and eight pain points of life, aging, sickness, and death.

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  It is also known as a famous autumn foliage viewing spot. The best time to view the leaves is from mid to late November.

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  The winter landscape, stained with pure white snow, is also beautiful.

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