Zuiryuji temple belongs to the Soto sect (Zen style) of Japanese Buddhism. This temple was built by Toshitsune Maeda 360 years ago, and it consists of 7 buildings, which is thought to be like a human body. Sanmon, Butsuden and Hatto have been designated as National Treasures. It is the one of the best Edo period Zen Buddhism temple architecture.

-So mon gate-
The Important Cultural Assets

-Rock Garden-

-Sanmon Gate constructed in 1820-
The national Treasure of Japan.

-Butsuden constructed in 1659-
The National Treasure of Japan
Butsuden especially shows a great Zen style of building; the techniques of architecture and carvings are easily recognized for their high quality. Besides this roof was made of lead, which is quite rare in Japan. It was thought that the roof could be used for the bullets in case of war and that the temple could be used for protection instead of the castle.
The same and only structure of Ishikawa gate of Kanazawa Castle.
Butsuden especially shows a great Zen style of building.

-Hatto constructed in 1655-
The National Treasure of Japan.

You can enjoy great grave temple of Daimyo Maeda Clan here.

-Oguri-
Important Cultural Properties.