Gokuraku-ji Temple
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Gokuraku-ji is a historic Buddhist temple in Nagoya, rebuilt after a flood, with a notable Amitabha Nyorai statue.
What it is
- A standalone Buddhist temple in Nagoya.
- Founded by Ryōnin during the Chōshō era (1132-1135).
- Principal image is a seated Amitabha Nyorai statue.
- Rebuilt in the Keichō era after a 1532 flood.
What to see
- The main hall is the only remaining building.
- A monument, erected in 1819, still exists.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
愛知県名古屋市中区大須2丁目5-20 Open in Google Maps
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