The temple is situated at a higher elevation in the Ashigara region, providing a significantly cooler microclimate than the coastal cities of Kanagawa.
The structure is designed according to traditional Japanese temple architecture with significant attention to the preservation of wood-based construction techniques.
It is frequently visited by those participating in regional pilgrimage routes that traverse the border areas between Kanagawa and Shizuoka prefectures.
Goshinden, part of the Myokakuhoden complex, is a secluded temple site situated on the slopes of the Tanzawa mountain range in Minamiashigara, Kanagawa. It serves as a spiritual retreat known for its traditional wooden architecture and integration into the surrounding forested landscape. The temple grounds provide a vantage point looking toward the Ashigara plain and the distant mountains. It is a location characterized by its history within the Nichiren-shu school of Buddhism. The site is maintained as a place for Buddhist ritual and quiet reflection away from urban crowds.
The temple entrance gate which frames the mountain scenery in the background.
Wear sturdy walking shoes as the surrounding paths involve uneven terrain and steep inclines.
Bring a light jacket even in summer due to the rapid temperature drops at this elevation.
Carry personal trash out with you as there are no public waste disposal facilities on-site.
Do not attempt to access the temple during heavy rain or typhoon warnings as the mountain access roads can become treacherous.
Maintain silence, remove shoes before entering any temple halls, and refrain from photographing the interior of prayer halls.
