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Renshō-ji Temple

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Renshō-ji Temple: a historic Jōdo Shinshū temple with unique features, worth visiting for its tranquility.

Renshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Jōdo Shinshū Ōtani-ha sect temple.
  • Founded in 1469 by Shōzen.
  • Shōzen was a disciple of Rennyo.
  • Name combines Rennyo's 'Ren' and Shōzen's 'Shō'.

What to see

  • Eitaikyōyōbo with Shinran's calligraphy.
  • Tree burial ground established in 2020.
  • Large cherry tree on the grounds.
  • Mount Kakuda behind the temple.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

新潟県新潟市西蒲区中郷屋206 Open in Google Maps

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