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Chōjagahara temple ruins

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Explore Heian-period temple ruins built by the Abe clan, offering a glimpse into ancient Japanese Buddhist rituals.

Chōjagahara temple ruins
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What it is

  • Heian-period temple ruins, founded by the Abe clan.
  • Dedicated to Buddhist rituals, not for monk training.
  • Presumed to have burned down during the Former Nine Years' War.
  • Designated a National Historic Site in 2005.

What to see

  • Excavated 100m earthen wall and main hall foundations.
  • Remains of the west building and south gate.
  • Foundation stones quarried from Mt. Tabashine.

Getting there

  • Located 1 kilometer north of Chūson-ji Temple.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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