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Sofukuji Temple	# 11   of 13 most visited sights in Nagasaki
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Sofukuji was constructed in 1629 for Nagasaki's Chinese residents according to contemporary Chinese architecture. Consequently, the temple looks and feels more Chinese than other temples in Japan. Sofukuji belongs to the Obaku school of Japanese Zen Buddhism. Any Questions? Ask them in our question forum.

How to get there

Sofukuji is a short walk from the "Shokakuji-shita" tram stop, the last stop on the tram lines number 1 and 3. How to get to and around Nagasaki

Hours and Fees

Hours: 8:00 to 17:00 Closed: No closing days Admission: 300 yen

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