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Yamaguchi Temple

Tōgyō-an Temple

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A Zen temple dedicated to Takasugi Shinsaku, a key figure in Japan's modernization.

Tōgyō-an Temple
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What it is

  • A Sōtō Zen temple, branch of Kōzan-ji.
  • Dedicated to Takasugi Shinsaku, a samurai.
  • Shinsaku's remains are buried here.
  • His lover, Ouno, became a nun here.

What to see

  • Takasugi Shinsaku's burial site.
  • Murin-an hermitage, built by Yamagata Aritomo.
  • Shimonoseki City Tōgyō Memorial Museum.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

山口県下関市吉田1184 Open in Google Maps

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