Inami Betsuin Zuisenji Temple

The intricate carvings are worth a look

Inami Betsuin Zuisenji Temple is the birthplace of Inami woodcarving.
The temple building is decorated with Inami woodcarving, which is said to be the best in Japan; everywhere you look, you will see carvings that are beautiful and delicate, yet bold and imposing.
But most impressive of all is the Taishi-do Hall, a building that is decorated with a variety of carvings, and seems to embody the very essence of Inami woodcarving.
The path to Zuisenji Temple is lined with woodcarving workshops, and the sounds of carvers' hammers and chisels ring out throughout the day.
The beautiful sounds along this street led to its designation as one of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan.

Facility information

Telephone: 0763-82-0004

Opening Hours: 9:00 - 16:30

Closed: None (but confirm first)

Address: 3050 Inami, Nanto, Toyama

Transportation: 55 min by bus from Takaoka Station on the Ainokaze Toyama Railway Line
15 min by car from the Tonami Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway

Charge: High school and above: ¥500, Middle school and below: Free

*Groups of 20 or more: High school and above: ¥450

Parking: Paid / Capacity 30 cars
*Park in the Honmachi Dori Kotsu Hiroba Municipal Parking Lot

Website: https://www.tabi-nanto.jp/en/archives/609

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Inami Betsuin Zuisenji Temple

The intricate carvings are worth a look

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