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Ichigon-ji Temple

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一言寺

Ichigon-ji Temple, a historic Shingon temple, offers a glimpse into Kyoto's past.

Ichigon-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Formal temple name is Kongo-o-in.
  • A bekkaku honzan of the Shingon-shu Daigo-ha sect.
  • Founded in the late Heian period by Awa no Naishi.
  • Restored in 1874 after being moved from Daigo-ji Temple.

What to see

  • Principal image is Senju Kannon.
  • Kamakura period garden ruins were found in 1973.

Getting there

  • 18-minute walk from Daigo Station.
  • Accessible by Keihan Bus, Ichigon-ji stop.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

京都府京都市伏見区醍醐一言寺裏町21 Open in Google Maps

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