Muryōkōin is a historic Buddhist temple located in Kōya, Japan, within the sacred area of Mount Kōya. This temple is part of the Shingon sect of Japanese Buddhism, which was founded by the monk Kūkai in the early 9th century. Known for its serene atmosphere and beautiful surroundings, Muryōkōin offers temple lodging (shukubō) where visitors can experience traditional Buddhist practices, including meditation, sutra copying, and the vegetarian cuisine known as shōjin ryōri.
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