Jian Qingxiu Temple, a historical site in Hualien, feels like stepping into an ancient Japanese garden temple.

Hualien has historical sites too? Located in Jian Township, Hualien County, 'Qingxiu Temple' is not only a third-class historical site designated by Hualien County but also the most well-preserved Japanese temple in Taiwan. Built during the Japanese colonial period to comfort immigrants, it is known as the Yoshino Missionary Office and is quite solemn and dignified.

There are many things to see at Jian Qingxiu Temple, including the eighty-eight stone Buddhas from Shikoku Island in Japan, the purification pavilion for cleansing the mouth and body, the rustic Buddha hall built with traditional Japanese craftsmanship, and the Zen-inspired dry landscape garden. It feels like being in an ancient Buddhist temple from the Edo period in Japan, serene and peaceful.

Don't miss this simple Japanese-style Buddhist temple located in the countryside when you visit Hualien. The entrance fee is not expensive, only 30 NTD for adults, and you can instantly feel the atmosphere of a Japanese temple. It's worth it.

Post by Moutain | Jan 28, 2025