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Kōshō-ji Temple

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A historic Kamakura-period temple in Sakura City offering scenic views of Lake Inbanuma and ancient memorial towers of the Usui clan.

Kōshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Ji-shu Buddhist temple located in Sakura City.
  • Founded during the Kamakura period as a Shingon sect temple.
  • Converted to the Ji-shu sect under the leadership of Shinkyo Shonin.
  • Recognized as one of the scenic Eight Views of Usui.

What to see

  • Memorial towers dedicated to the Usui clan located on the grounds.
  • A panoramic view of Lake Inbanuma from the temple site.
  • The famous evening bell which is a local cultural landmark.

Getting there

  • A thirteen minute walk from Keisei Usui Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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