Jōraku-in Temple

What it is

• Jōraku-in Temple is commonly known as Takayama Fudō.
• It is dedicated to Gundari Myōō, its principal image.
• Considered one of the Kanto Sandai Fudo temples.
• Located in a mountainous area, 600 meters above sea level.

What to see

• Wooden standing statue of Gundari Myōō, a National Important Cultural Property.
• The statue is estimated to be from the mid-Heian period.
• The Fudōdō is a Prefectural Designated Cultural Property.
• Large ginkgo tree, a Prefectural Designated Natural Monument.
• The ginkgo tree has an estimated age of 800 years.
• The Okunoin is called Kanhasshū Misuharidai.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.