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Jakushō-ji Temple

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Jakusho-ji Temple, founded in 708, is a historic site known for matchmaking and cultural properties.

Jakushō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Also known as Wakamatsu Kannon.
  • Founded in 708 by Gyoki.
  • First temple of the Mogami 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.
  • Known for matchmaking, like Izumo Taisha.

What to see

  • Kondo Sho Kannonzo Kakebotoke, a cultural property.
  • Itae Chakushoku Shinmezu, a cultural property.
  • Kannon-do hall, designated a cultural property in 1963.
  • A large good luck wind chime.

Getting there

  • 15-minute drive from JR Tendo Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

山形県天童市大字山元2205-1 Open in Google Maps

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