

Chofukuji is a small hillside Buddhist temple offering classic Japanese temple architecture, mossy stone steps, lanterns and seasonal foliage — excellent for intimate composition and details. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and fewer visitors. Access via Ikoma Station; small parking nearby and modest donations may be requested. Respect worship spaces and silence when shooting interiors.


Chofukuji is a small hillside Buddhist temple offering classic Japanese temple architecture, mossy stone steps, lanterns and seasonal foliage — excellent for intimate composition and details. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and fewer visitors. Access via Ikoma Station; small parking nearby and modest donations may be requested. Respect worship spaces and silence when shooting interiors.