Jotenji Temple
承天寺
- LOCATION
- Fukuoka Fukuoka-shi Hakata-ku Hakata Ekimae 1-chome 29-9
- PHONE
- 0924313570
Reviews
- Reviewed
- 2019-11-07
- Historic area
The largest of several temples in the same location although most seemed to be closed to the public. It seemed to be in very good condition given its age (its one of the oldest in Japan) although... more
- Date of visit:
- 2019-10
- Reviewed
- 2019-10-05
- Udon, Soba Noodles And Manju Jam Bean Buns Started Here
One street back from the main street and a few blocks from Hakata Station you will find a series of well-preserved temples and shrines in what is generally called Old Hakata. The first of a number is... more
- Date of visit:
- 2019-10
- Reviewed
- 2019-06-08
- Historic temple
Jotenji is an historic little temple in Fukuoka. It is reputed as the birthplace of udon and soba in Japan and Fukuokas famous yamakasa festival also has it roots here. It also has a nice rock... more
- Date of visit:
- 2019-06
- Reviewed
- 2019-03-28
- Quiet backwater
An intriguing temple, slightly detached from the main tourist route. Some areas have recently been close to visitors but, still worth a gentle walk around. more
- Date of visit:
- 2019-03
- Reviewed
- 2018-05-13
- Zen garden
Nice Zen garden. Foot path is reserve in old times. There are lot of big trees. The temple inside open only local. But you can relax, walk around the garden. According to history , the priest who... more
- Date of visit:
- 2018-05
