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Gangyō-ji Temple

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Gangyō-ji Temple is a historic Jōdo Shinshū temple with a notable garden and art.

Gangyō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Jōdo Shinshū Honganji-ha sect temple.
  • Established in Shimoichi in 1495 by Rennyo.
  • Moved to its current location in the Meio era.
  • Followed the Nishi Honganji faction.

What to see

  • Rebuilt main hall from the Tensho era.
  • Karesansui garden from the late Muromachi period.
  • Garden is a designated scenic spot in Nara Prefecture.
  • Nine-character Myōgō from 1494.
  • Amitabha Nyorai painting from 1497.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Gangyō-ji Temple Open in Google Maps

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