1966

When the “Cultural Revolution” began, the monastery was much affected. Majority of the monks and followers had to leave. Fortunately, the monastery building, the jade Buddha statues, Buddhist relics and instruments remained intact.

1973

In March, Cambodian king Norodom Sihanouk and his wife visited China and came to the monastery.

1975

In April, honorary president Onishi and secretary-general Matsu Moto of Sino-Japanese Friendship Buddhist Association visited the monastery.

1976

In May, Sino-Japanese Friendship Buddhist Association delegation led by Michibata, the chairman, visited the monastery.

In summer, Japanese Elder Master Yamada Etai of Tiantai Sect led a delegation to visit the monastery.

1977

In August, a second delegation of Japanese religious followers of 17 came to visit the monastery.