Buddhist temple
Daihonzan Eihei-ji
大本山 永平寺（だいほんざん／えいへいじ）
Eiheiji, Fukui Prefecture
A Sōtō Zen training monastery founded by Zen Master Dōgen. The teachings of Zen are expressed in the layout of its buildings and in daily life itself.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Founder: Zen Master Dōgen / Buddha Hall: the buddhas of the three ages, including Shakamuni Butsu
History and things to know
In the Buddha Hall, Shakamuni Butsu is enshrined at the center, with Amida Butsu of the past and Miroku Butsu of the future. You can walk the precincts while learning the roles of the halls, such as the Jōyōden, Zen Master Dōgen's mausoleum.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
This is a monastery where training still goes on today. Please check Eihei-ji's official guide for the areas open to visitors and how to take part in zazen.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 禅の里 まちづくり実行委員会「永平寺の主な伽藍」（2026-10-16 確認）
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