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Shōjō-ji Temple

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Visit this historic temple to see a unique stupa and learn about its founder.

Shōjō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Jōdo Shinshū Honganji-ha temple.
  • Founded in 1261 by Sainen, a disciple of Shinran.
  • Re-established as Shōjō-ji in 1838.

What to see

  • A 'Namu Butto' stupa, a historic site.
  • The Sainenhōshi-tō, also a historic site.
  • A wooden statue of Shinran, once buried for safety.

Getting there

  • A 5-minute walk from Yoshikawa Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

埼玉県吉川市木売2-20-5 Open in Google Maps

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