Shaolin temples in Japan

While there are no official Shaolin temples in Japan, there are several temples and martial arts schools that draw inspiration from Shaolin teachings and incorporate Shaolin martial arts practices. Here is a list of notable places in Japan where Shaolin martial arts are practiced or where Shaolin-inspired temples can be found:

1. Shaolin-ji Temple (also known as Shorin-ji Temple):

   • Location: Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture
   • Known as the "Shaolin Temple of Japan," it was established in 1931 and follows the teachings of Shaolin martial arts.
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2. Shaolin-ji Temple (also known as Shourin-ji Temple):

   • Location: Tomioka, Gunma Prefecture
   • Another temple in Japan inspired by Shaolin teachings, it offers martial arts training and cultural programs.
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3. Shorinji Kempo Headquarters:

   • Location: Tadotsu, Kagawa Prefecture
   • Shorinji Kempo is a martial arts system influenced by Shaolin Kung Fu. The headquarters in Tadotsu is the central training facility for practitioners.
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4. Shaolin Kung Fu Kan:

   • Location: Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture
   • A martial arts school that teaches traditional Shaolin Kung Fu techniques and principles.

5. Shaolin Martial Arts School Japan:

   • Location: Tokyo
   • This school provides training in various Shaolin martial arts styles, including forms, weapons, and Qi Gong exercises.
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6. Shaolin Culture Center Japan:

   • Location: Tokyo
   • Dedicated to promoting Shaolin culture, this center offers classes and workshops on Shaolin Kung Fu, meditation, and Chinese calligraphy.

It's important to note that while these places incorporate Shaolin martial arts and teachings into their practices, they may not be directly affiliated with the original Shaolin Temple in China. Nevertheless, they serve as hubs for learning and preserving the essence of Shaolin philosophy and martial arts in Japan.