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Taikō-an

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Taikō-an is a historic sub-temple of Tofuku-ji, offering cultural properties and a serene garden.

Taikō-an
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What it is

  • A sub-temple of Tofuku-ji in Kyoto.
  • Founded in 1346 by Shōkai Reiken.
  • Associated with Ono no Komachi.
  • Family temple for Boshin War dead.

What to see

  • Main image is Senju Kannon.
  • Guest hall is a designated cultural property.
  • Jizo-do enshrines a seated Jizo Bosatsu statue.
  • Garden was repaired in 1972.

Getting there

  • 5-minute walk from Tofukuji Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Taikō-an Open in Google Maps

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