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Kōsai-ji Temple

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Explore the historic grounds of a significant Rinzai temple, now a cemetery, reflecting centuries of history.

Kōsai-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Rinzai sect temple, founded in 1363.
  • Originally named Kojō-zan Enshō-ji.
  • Renamed Taitei-zan Kōsai-ji.
  • Known as a 'Gakumon-ji' or study temple.

What to see

  • Site of a large temple with seven main buildings.
  • Main image was a seated Shaka Nyorai statue.
  • Now a cemetery after its abolition.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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