Gokokushi-ji Temple
護国之寺
Gokokushi-ji Temple is an ancient temple housing a National Treasure and important cultural properties.
What it is
- Temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect.
- Founded by Gyoki in 746 by imperial command.
- 17th sacred site of the Mino 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.
- One of the Mino Seven Gods of Fortune (Hotei-son).
What to see
- Principal image is Eleven-faced Senju Kannon Bosatsu.
- National Treasure gilt bronze bowl with lion and arabesque design.
- Many important cultural properties designated by Gifu Prefecture.
- Current buildings constructed between Bunka and Horeki eras.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
岐阜県岐阜市長良雄総194-1 Open in Google Maps
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