Kongō-ji Temple

What it is

• A Shingon-shu Chizan-ha temple.
• Founded by Raiei Hoin during the Keicho era (1596-1615).
• Established as the Kasuya family temple.
• A small hall was built in 1284 by Shoku Shonin.

What to see

• The enshrined Yakushi Nyorai statue.
• The Yakushi Nyorai is called "Kitamuki Yakushi."
• It is one of the "Bando Shichiyakushi."

Getting there

• 8-minute walk from Kaminoge Station.
• Accessible by bus from Kaminoge Station.
• Accessible by bus from Futako-Tamagawa Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.