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Kyūjō-ji Temple

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Kyūjō-ji Temple, founded in 1603, offers history and a unique Buddha statue.

Kyūjō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A temple of the Kōyasan Shingon-shū sect.
  • Founded around 1603 by Sato Kozaemon.
  • First fudasho of the Busō Toradoshi Yakushi Reijō pilgrimage.
  • Located on the former Enokishita Castle ruins.

What to see

  • Temple grounds are the ruins of Enokishita Castle.
  • Yakushi Nyorai statue, known as Mugen Yakushi.
  • Temple forest is a prefectural natural monument.
  • Selected as a scenic and historic site in 1935.

When to go

  • Mugen Yakushi statue displayed every Year of the Tiger.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

神奈川県横浜市緑区三保町2038 Open in Google Maps

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