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Sōun-ji Temple

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Sounji Temple, founded in 1192, offers history and a daily bell ringing on Sakushima.

Sōun-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Jodo-shu Seizan Fukakusa sect temple.
  • Founded in 1192 by Imperial Prince Kakukai.
  • Only temple on Sakushima with a resident priest.
  • 88th sacred site of the Sakushima Kobo Pilgrimage.

What to see

  • Temple bell tower.
  • Main hall.
  • Hilltop views near Sakushima West Port.

When to go

  • Daily at sunset for the temple bell ringing.
  • August 15 for the annual Yatose Bon dance.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

愛知県西尾市一色町佐久島西側5 Open in Google Maps

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