Chikurin-ji was built on an independent hill with abundant spring water. The current main buildings of Chikurin-ji were constructed in the late Edo Period, and it is believed that the garden pond was also made using spring water from that time. The garden consists of three main sections extending around a Kyakuden (reception hall) and a study.

cultural property : historic sites and places of scenic beauty as natural monuments　
type : places of scenic beauty

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It is believed that Chikurin-ji was founded by Gyoki in 724. It is the 31st pilgrimage site of the 88 temples of Shikoku. The temple was built on an independent hill with abundant spring water. The main buildings of current Chikurin-ji were built in the late Edo Period.
The area facing the south side of a Kyakuden (reception hall) was originally a simple space covered only with gravel for ceremonies. It is believed that stepping stones and trees were added in later years.
The west garden of the Kyakuden has a small water feature. Its edge forms straight stone steps in order to draw water closer under the eaves and give the garden a more spacious appearance. Ornamental stones are placed here and there at the foot of the hill base that borders the water surface as well as on the slope. The garden from the north to the west of the study has three powerful stone arrangements that create a waterfall on the slope. The edge of the pond built along the hill base is protected by large stones. It is believed that the pond was made using spring water.
Next to the gate, there is a memorial museum to Dr. Makino Tomitaro, a world-class botanist, and the Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden.