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Ryūkō-ji Temple

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Ryukoji is a historic Shingon temple with cultural treasures, founded in 709, and a base for mountain training.

Ryūkō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Shingon sect temple, founded in 709 by Gyoki.
  • Main image is Amida Nyorai.
  • Kukai established esoteric Buddhism here in 814.
  • Served as a prayer temple for feudal lords.

What to see

  • Six wooden statues are designated cultural properties.
  • Fujinoike Honbo is a Shugendo training hall.

Getting there

  • Located at the Ryukoji bus stop.
  • Fujinoike Honbo is 40 minutes from the main temple.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

徳島県美馬市木屋平谷口263 Open in Google Maps

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