History of the temple Koshoji Temple is a Soto Zen Buddhist temple located in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture. Founded in 1233 by Zen Master Dogen, it is known as the oldest Soto Zen temple in Japan. Initially situated in Fukakusa, Kyoto, it was relocated to its current location in Uji in 1645. The temple complex of … Continue reading Koshoji Temple in Uji