Kongō-in Temple
金剛院
Kongoin is a historic Shingon temple with a notable gate, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.
What it is
- A Shingon Buzan sect temple.
- Founded by Yukei.
- Presumed to have existed in the Muromachi period.
- Renamed Kongoin in 1462.
What to see
- The Nio Gate, donated by Keishoin.
- Keishoin was mother of Tokugawa Tsunayoshi.
- Kongo Rikishi statue is a city cultural property.
Getting there
- 7-minute walk from the Oto bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
埼玉県さいたま市岩槻区末田1899 Open in Google Maps
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