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Jōkaku-ji Temple

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Jōkaku-ji Temple, founded by Kūkai, offers historical insights and unique artifacts.

Jōkaku-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Koyasan Shingon sect temple.
  • Main deity is Fugen Enmei Bosatsu.
  • Founded by Kūkai in 811.
  • Emperors Go-Daigo and Go-Murakami prayed here.

What to see

  • Three gorinto pagodas are on the grounds.
  • A bell made from melted koban.
  • A well called 'Sugatami no I'.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

奈良県五條市西吉野町黒渕1321 Open in Google Maps

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