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Yōbō-ji Temple

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要法寺

Yobo-ji Temple: see the tomb that gave Hiratsuka its name and learn about its Nichiren connection.

Yōbō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Independent Nichiren temple in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
  • Originated from a residence where Nichiren stayed in 1282.
  • Later converted into a temple by Daijo Ajari Nichijō.
  • Restored by Nichishin, 17th abbot of Minobusan Kuon-ji.

What to see

  • Tomb of Masako, daughter of Prince Takami.
  • This tomb, Taira-zuka, is the origin of Hiratsuka's name.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

神奈川県平塚市平塚4丁目10-10 Open in Google Maps

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