Shinshū Ōtani-ha Nagoya Betsu-in Temple

What it is

• A Shinshu Otani sect temple in Nagoya.
• Founded in 1690 by Tokugawa Mitsutomo.
• Built on the former site of Furuwatari Castle.
• Commonly known as Higashi Betsu-in.

What to see

• The current main hall, rebuilt in 1966.
• The bell tower, a designated cultural property.
• The East Gate, the oldest building on the grounds.
• The East Gate and its earthen wall are registered tangible cultural properties.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.