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Kōsan-ji Temple

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Kōsan-ji Temple is a unique modern temple built to honor a mother, with impressive architecture and art.

Kōsan-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Jōdo Shinshū Honganji-ha Buddhist temple.
  • Founded by Kinemoto Kozo, construction began in 1936.
  • Built to mourn his mother.
  • Also known as 'Nishi no Nikkō' and 'Haha no Tera'.

What to see

  • Temple buildings imitate ancient Japanese architecture.
  • Fifteen structures are National Tangible Cultural Properties.
  • Main hall imitates the Byōdō-in Hōōdō.
  • Many artworks and cultural properties.
  • Kōsan-ji Museum opened in 1953.
  • 350-meter underground spiritual site.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

〒722-2411 広島県尾道市瀬戸田町瀬戸田553-2 Open in Google Maps

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