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Hōju-in Temple

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Hōju-in Temple, founded by Kūkai in 818, offers a glimpse into ancient Buddhist history.

Hōju-in Temple
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What it is

  • A temple of the Shingon-shu Chizan-ha sect.
  • Founded by Kūkai in 818.
  • Its mountain name is Gozu-san.

What to see

  • A statue of Yakushi Nyorai, enshrined by Kūkai.
  • The main hall, rebuilt in 1981.
  • The Jizō-dō hall, rebuilt in 1974.
  • Designated cultural properties.
  • A document about the separation of Shinto and Buddhism.
  • A painting of Amida Sanzon.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

愛知県津島市神明町2 Open in Google Maps

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