Renchaku-ji Temple
蓮着寺
This historic temple, founded in 1508, offers a glimpse into Nichiren's exile and Japan's largest yamamomo tree.
What it is
- Sacred branch temple of the Hokke sect Jinmon-ryu.
- Founded in 1508 by Shoshoin Nichiun.
- Commemorates Nichiren's exile to Ito in 1261.
- Nichiren stayed here until his pardon in 1263.
What to see
- Temple grounds cover about 210,000 tsubo.
- Kesa-kake no Matsu and Okyou-iwa are on the grounds.
- Yamamomo tree is a national natural monument.
- Yamamomo tree is 15m tall, 7.2m trunk circumference.
- It is considered the largest yamamomo in Japan.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
静岡県伊東市富戸835 Open in Google Maps
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