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Shōjōke-in Temple

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This historic Kyoto temple, founded in 860, is a head temple of the Jōdo-shū sect.

Shōjōke-in Temple
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What it is

  • Jōdo-shū Buddhist temple in Kyoto.
  • One of seven head temples of the Jōdo-shū sect.
  • Founded in 860 by Ennin at imperial request.
  • Originally a four-sect temple for national protection.

What to see

  • Principal image is a portrait of Hōnen Shōnin.
  • Temple uses a 'leaf chrysanthemum crest' as its emblem.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

京都府京都市上京区寺町通広小路上ル北之辺町395 Open in Google Maps

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