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Jotenji
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Jōten-ji is a Rinzai temple in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Banshōsan. It was founded by Enni-Ben'en with support from Xie Guo Ming, a Chinese merchant, and construction was completed in 1242.
Nearby attractions
Waka Hachimangu Shrine
1 Chome-29-47 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Tochoji Temple
2-4 Gokushomachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0037, Japan
Hakata Sennen-no-Mon Gate
1 Chome-7-29ｰ9 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Hakata Old Town Area
1 Chome-7 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Dekimachi Park
1 Chome-10 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Giant Wooden Buddha
2-4 Gokushomachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0037, Japan
Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum
1 Chome-23-2 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Shofukuji
6-1 Gokushomachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0037, Japan
Sekijozan Myorakuji Temple
13-6 Gokushomachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0037, Japan
Sesshinin
11-20 Gokushomachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0037, Japan
Nearby restaurants
Sukesan Udon Hakata-chiyo
2 Chome-1-24 Chiyo, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0044, Japan
鑫牛火鍋 （しんぎゅうひなべ）
1 Chome-29-24 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
ラーメン 味ほ(みほ)
1 Chome-29-49 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
博多焼肉 結〜Yui〜
1 Chome-7-5-1 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Ryuryuken
1 Chome-23-4 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Shree Ganesh Restaurant Hakata
1 Chome-27-14 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
mazzone
1 Chome-23-8 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Hakata-ya
1 Chome-21-17 Katakasu, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0043, Japan
CHACHUCHO-ちゃちゅちょ-和カフェ＆日本酒バー
Japan, 〒812-0011 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakata Ekimae, 1 Chome−7−5 2 2F
BOUL'ANGE
Japan, 〒812-0011 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakata Ekimae, 2 Chome−20−1 １Ｆ
Nearby local services
HANDS Hakata Store
Japan, 〒812-0012 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakataekichuogai, 1−1 JR HAKATA CITY, 1～5F
Hakata Hankyu
1-1 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan
Charme du Vin
4-13 Gionmachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0038, Japan
Hakata Station Food
1-1 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan
GEO
3 Chome-25-24 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
BOOKOFF Fukuoka Hakataguchi Store
Sumitomo Life Hakata Building, 3 Chome-2-8 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
TANZO.博多店 結婚指輪・婚約指輪 結婚指輪 婚約指輪 オーダーメイド 博多
Japan, 〒812-0012 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakataekichuogai, 9−1 博多マルイ ４階
Hakata Meihingura Hakata Gate Store
Japan, 〒812-0012 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakataekichuogai, 1−1 JR博多駅 博多口コンコース
Papio Bowl
Japan, 〒812-0044 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Chiyo, 1 Chome−15−30 Papio ３F
Jewelry & Watch Inoue
Japan, 〒812-0026 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Kamikawabatamachi, 5−113 TACメディカルビル 4階
Nearby hotels
Reisenkaku Hotel Ekimae
1 Chome-28-3 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
President Hotel Hakata
Japan, 〒812-0011 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakata Ekimae, 1 Chome−23−5 １階
APA Hotel Hakata Gion Station
1-1 Gionmachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0038, Japan
TOYOKO INN hakata ekimae gion
1-38 Gionmachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0038, Japan
Hotel New Simple
1 Chome-23-11 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Hotel Nikko Fukuoka
2 Chome-18-25 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hakata-Gion
Japan, 〒812-0038 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Gionmachi, 1−24 １Ｆ
Hakata Tokyu REI Hotel
1 Chome-2-23 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata
Japan, 〒812-0011 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Hakata Ekimae, 1 Chome−17−6 西鉄ホテルクルーム博多
ホテル風林（無人ホテル）／HOTEL Fu-rin (Unmanned Hotel)
1 Chome-23-11-1 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
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Jotenji

1 Chome-29-9 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, Japan
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Jōten-ji is a Rinzai temple in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Banshōsan. It was founded by Enni-Ben'en with support from Xie Guo Ming, a Chinese merchant, and construction was completed in 1242.

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attractions: Waka Hachimangu Shrine, Tochoji Temple, Hakata Sennen-no-Mon Gate, Hakata Old Town Area, Dekimachi Park, Giant Wooden Buddha, Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum, Shofukuji, Sekijozan Myorakuji Temple, Sesshinin, restaurants: Sukesan Udon Hakata-chiyo, 鑫牛火鍋 （しんぎゅうひなべ）, ラーメン 味ほ(みほ), 博多焼肉 結〜Yui〜, Ryuryuken, Shree Ganesh Restaurant Hakata, mazzone, Hakata-ya, CHACHUCHO-ちゃちゅちょ-和カフェ＆日本酒バー, BOUL'ANGE, local businesses: HANDS Hakata Store, Hakata Hankyu, Charme du Vin, Hakata Station Food, GEO, BOOKOFF Fukuoka Hakataguchi Store, TANZO.博多店 結婚指輪・婚約指輪 結婚指輪 婚約指輪 オーダーメイド 博多, Hakata Meihingura Hakata Gate Store, Papio Bowl, Jewelry & Watch Inoue
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Nearby attractions of Jotenji

Waka Hachimangu Shrine

Tochoji Temple

Hakata Sennen-no-Mon Gate

Hakata Old Town Area

Dekimachi Park

Giant Wooden Buddha

Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum

Shofukuji

Sekijozan Myorakuji Temple

Sesshinin

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Tochoji Temple

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Hakata Sennen-no-Mon Gate

Hakata Sennen-no-Mon Gate

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Hakata Old Town Area

Hakata Old Town Area

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Nearby restaurants of Jotenji

Sukesan Udon Hakata-chiyo

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ラーメン 味ほ(みほ)

博多焼肉 結〜Yui〜

Ryuryuken

Shree Ganesh Restaurant Hakata

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Hakata-ya

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Sukesan Udon Hakata-chiyo

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鑫牛火鍋 （しんぎゅうひなべ）

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ラーメン 味ほ(みほ)

ラーメン 味ほ(みほ)

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Open until 9:00 PM
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博多焼肉 結〜Yui〜

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Reviews of Jotenji

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5.0
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This is one of the best temples I have ever seen in Japan. It is usually quiet and peaceful. For me going to Joten ji has been an experience of a lifetime. I have been to Japan several times and have been to the bigger, the larger, the more famous temples and shinjas. However, none of them gave me the true peacefulness and calmness Joten ji has offered. One of the monks I talked to said that he was there to seek what he truly wanted to do in life. He is here to search his life purpose. He has been trying to find the meaning of his life and what he truly wants to do in his 4 years at Joten ji, and he grows more mature, brighter and more self accepting everyday.

If you are one who dislikes the common sightseeing spots and wants to see a more down to earth version of Japanese culture, Jotenji, even though serves as a well known temple, can offer you a different experience from those common sightseeing spots in...

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2y

Jotenji Temple in Fukuoka is temple of Zen's school Buddhism, and in Japan it is defined as Rinzai school's Tofukuji sect. It was believed that the Temple was built in 1242, although it was expanded and renovated few times with Korean Buddhism influence.

The Temple has an excellent beautiful Zen stone garden which is generally NOT open the public, except a few religious days. But the worshippers or visitors can see them from the side door of Jotenji-dori [avenue].

For visitors, they can really find tranquility and beauty in the Temple zone or field block, even without being able to enter the garden, because it doesn't have many visitors even...

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4.0
14w

Jotenji is a serene and historic temple tucked away from the busy streets, offering a quiet escape in the heart of Fukuoka. The beautifully maintained grounds, traditional architecture, and peaceful atmosphere make it ideal for reflection or a calm stroll. It’s also culturally significant as the birthplace of udon and soba in Japan, adding depth to the visit. A short but meaningful stop for those interested in history, spirituality, or simply a break from...

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Caitlin ZhangCaitlin Zhang
This is one of the best temples I have ever seen in Japan. It is usually quiet and peaceful. For me going to Joten ji has been an experience of a lifetime. I have been to Japan several times and have been to the bigger, the larger, the more famous temples and shinjas. However, none of them gave me the true peacefulness and calmness Joten ji has offered. One of the monks I talked to said that he was there to seek what he truly wanted to do in life. He is here to search his life purpose. He has been trying to find the meaning of his life and what he truly wants to do in his 4 years at Joten ji, and he grows more mature, brighter and more self accepting everyday. If you are one who dislikes the common sightseeing spots and wants to see a more down to earth version of Japanese culture, Jotenji, even though serves as a well known temple, can offer you a different experience from those common sightseeing spots in Kyoto or Nara.
Ben HsuBen Hsu
Jotenji Temple in Fukuoka is temple of Zen's school Buddhism, and in Japan it is defined as Rinzai school's Tofukuji sect. It was believed that the Temple was built in 1242, although it was expanded and renovated few times with Korean Buddhism influence. The Temple has an excellent beautiful Zen stone garden which is generally NOT open the public, except a few religious days. But the worshippers or visitors can see them from the side door of Jotenji-dori [avenue]. For visitors, they can really find tranquility and beauty in the Temple zone or field block, even without being able to enter the garden, because it doesn't have many visitors even in weekends.
Karen GrahamKaren Graham
Jotenji is a serene and historic temple tucked away from the busy streets, offering a quiet escape in the heart of Fukuoka. The beautifully maintained grounds, traditional architecture, and peaceful atmosphere make it ideal for reflection or a calm stroll. It’s also culturally significant as the birthplace of udon and soba in Japan, adding depth to the visit. A short but meaningful stop for those interested in history, spirituality, or simply a break from the city buzz.
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This is one of the best temples I have ever seen in Japan. It is usually quiet and peaceful. For me going to Joten ji has been an experience of a lifetime. I have been to Japan several times and have been to the bigger, the larger, the more famous temples and shinjas. However, none of them gave me the true peacefulness and calmness Joten ji has offered. One of the monks I talked to said that he was there to seek what he truly wanted to do in life. He is here to search his life purpose. He has been trying to find the meaning of his life and what he truly wants to do in his 4 years at Joten ji, and he grows more mature, brighter and more self accepting everyday. If you are one who dislikes the common sightseeing spots and wants to see a more down to earth version of Japanese culture, Jotenji, even though serves as a well known temple, can offer you a different experience from those common sightseeing spots in Kyoto or Nara.
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Jotenji Temple in Fukuoka is temple of Zen's school Buddhism, and in Japan it is defined as Rinzai school's Tofukuji sect. It was believed that the Temple was built in 1242, although it was expanded and renovated few times with Korean Buddhism influence. The Temple has an excellent beautiful Zen stone garden which is generally NOT open the public, except a few religious days. But the worshippers or visitors can see them from the side door of Jotenji-dori [avenue]. For visitors, they can really find tranquility and beauty in the Temple zone or field block, even without being able to enter the garden, because it doesn't have many visitors even in weekends.
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Jotenji is a serene and historic temple tucked away from the busy streets, offering a quiet escape in the heart of Fukuoka. The beautifully maintained grounds, traditional architecture, and peaceful atmosphere make it ideal for reflection or a calm stroll. It’s also culturally significant as the birthplace of udon and soba in Japan, adding depth to the visit. A short but meaningful stop for those interested in history, spirituality, or simply a break from the city buzz.
Karen Graham

Karen Graham

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