Jizō-in Temple
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Jizō-in Temple: a historic Koyasan Shingon temple, home to important Buddhist art.
What it is
- A temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect.
- Founded by Sonkai during the Kenkyu era (1190-1198).
- Dedicated to Jizo Bodhisattva as its principal image.
- Family temple for several daimyo clans.
What to see
- A wooden seated Amida Nyorai statue.
- Six scrolls depicting Kobo Daishi's life.
- Cultural properties are stored at Koyasan Reihokan.
Getting there
- 15-minute drive from Gokurakubashi Station.
- 40-minute drive from Kōyaguchi Interchange.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
和歌山県伊都郡高野町高野山573 Open in Google Maps
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