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Ekō-ji Temple

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Ekō-ji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple in Osaka, rebuilt after fires, offering cultural events.

Ekō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Jōdo Shinshū Honganji-ha Buddhist temple.
  • Also known as Kayaburi Gobō.
  • Established by Rennyo.
  • Founded by Rennyo's sixth son, Renjun.

What to see

  • Current main hall is a two-story reinforced concrete building.
  • Main hall rebuilt in 1979.

When to go

  • Holds a Bon dance.
  • Offers cultural lectures.

Getting there

  • Accessible by Kintetsu Bus from Kintetsu Yao Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

大阪府八尾市萱振町4-1 Open in Google Maps

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