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Gokuraku-ji Temple

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Gokuraku-ji Temple, founded in 1449, offers a glimpse into Shingon Buddhism and houses a notable statue.

Gokuraku-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Shingon-shu Buzan-ha temple.
  • Founded in 1449.
  • Founded by Fusai Ajari.

What to see

  • The Yakushi Nyorai statue in the Yakushido.
  • Statue is said to be by Kobo Daishi Kukai.
  • Statue is also known as 'Tora Yakushi'.
  • Statue is also known as 'Toride-nai no Yakushi'.

Getting there

  • 9-minute walk from Horikiri-Shobuen Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都葛飾区堀切2-25-21 Open in Google Maps

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