Kezo-ji temple
華蔵寺
Kezo-ji Temple is a historic Shingon Buddhist temple known for its pet memorial services and cat-themed Goshuin.
What it is
- A Shingon Buddhist temple.
- Also known as Shimotsuke Daishi.
- Founded in 1282 or 1283 by Kojima Tomosada.
- Rebuilt in 1334 by Kojima Tomoyuki.
What to see
- Main deity is Dainichi Nyorai.
- Yakushi Sanzon and Junishinsho are enshrined.
- Kankiten is enshrined as a hidden Buddha.
- Nyannyan-do hall protects many cats.
- Goshuin with cat gods are available.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
栃木県下野市下古山928-1 Open in Google Maps
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