Gonen-ji Temple
護念寺
Gonenji Temple, founded in 1771, offers a glimpse into Jodo-shu Buddhism and unique moxibustion history.
What it is
- Jodo-shu temple in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture.
- Founded around 1771 as a sub-temple of Amidaji.
- Main deity is Amitabha Tathagata.
- Known for Mine no Kyu, featured in a rakugo story.
What to see
- Main hall completed in 1932.
- Bell tower survived a 1917 fire.
- Main image of Amitabha Tathagata is 1.16 shaku tall.
- Statue of Daivitarka Vidyaraja is housed here.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
神奈川県横浜市磯子区峰町5-3-1 Open in Google Maps
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