Jukyo-ji Temple (Matsusaka)

What it is

• A Jodo-shu Buddhist temple, founded as a branch of Chion-in.
• It is the family temple of the Motoori family.
• The main image is Amida Nyorai.

What to see

• Motoori Norinaga's grave, a National Historic Site.
• Main hall with an irimoya-zukuri style roof.
• Unique earthen wall in the cemetery.
• Wooden Jizo Bosatsu statue, created in 1306.

Getting there

• A 10-minute walk from Matsusaka Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.