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Sango-ji Temple

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Ancient Tendai temple known for azaleas and historic structures, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.

Sango-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Tendai sect temple.
  • Founded in 806 or 807 by Shodo Shonin.
  • Principal image is Amitabha Tathagata.

What to see

  • Main Hall, rebuilt in 1951.
  • Benten-do Hall, rebuilt in 2010.
  • Jizo-do Hall, rebuilt in 1753.
  • Itabi and Tahoto are designated cultural properties.
  • Itabi has inscriptions from 1315, 1334, and 1335.
  • Known for its azaleas.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

群馬県前橋市富士見町石井1227 Open in Google Maps

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