Shōfuku-ji (Fukuoka)
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Shōfuku-ji (聖福寺) is a Rinzai temple in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Ankokuzan (安国山). It was founded by Eisai with support from Minamoto no Yoritomo, and construction was completed in 1195, making it the oldest Zen temple in Japan.
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Coordinates: 33°35′51″N 130°24′52″E / 33.59750°N 130.41444°E
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- Buddhist temples in Fukuoka Prefecture
- Buildings and structures in Fukuoka
- Tourist attractions in Fukuoka
- Religious buildings and structures completed in 1195
- 1190s establishments in Japan
- 1195 establishments in Asia
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