Ji'an Qingxiuyuan Introduction
In 1917, Japanese immigrants established the "Yoshino Mission" here to stabilize the people's sentiments and for evangelism, which is now known as Ching Hsiu Institute. During the Japanese occupation, the deities worshipped included Kobo Daishi, Fudō Myōō, and Bishamonten. The architectural style primarily follows that of traditional temples in the Kōya Mountains of Japan. After half a century of silence and disrepair post-war, the management of Ching Hsiu Institute was taken over by local residents, and the main hall was rededicated to Shakyamuni Buddha and Guanyin Bodhisattva, which remains to this day. The Hualien County Government has completed careful restoration work on the Ching Hsiu Institute, showcasing the historical significance of the 88 Buddha statues displayed in the courtyard. Today, Ching Hsiu Institute is not only the most well-preserved shrine from the Japanese occupation period in eastern Taiwan but has also been designated as a Level 3 Historic Site. It is a popular tourist destination for Japanese visitors seeking to trace their roots in Taiwan. Transportation: ● Public transport Taiwan Tour Bus (Zhonggu Hualien Line) - Route 303 - Get off at Ching Hsiu Institute Station. Address: No. 345-1, Zhongxing Road, Ji'an Township, Hualien County.
Inside of Ji'an Cing Siu Institute
Outstanding Work / Cheng Shuhui / Blue Sky and White Clouds Reflecting Historical Sites
