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Zuiganji

91 Matsushimachonai, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture 981-0213, Japan
+81 22-354-2023
4.0 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
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Tokyo
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

There are 33 goddess of Mercy which were transffered from West Japan in the caves. The scene looks mysterious. The main temple is under construction. In stead of it, we can see the tomb for the local feudal lord, Date Masamune, his wife, Youtoku-In. It had been restored for 3 years and is luxurious. We can see the Idol and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2008
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Zuiganji was first built in 828 and rebuilt in 1609 by Date Masamune. The Main Hall is beautiful inside. Taking photos is not allowed so please resist the temptation to sneak one as the camera flash will damage the colours (true). You will be able to buy postcards which show the interior of the building. Outside the main temple but... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011
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