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Yōju-ji Temple

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Yojuji Temple, founded in 806, offers a glimpse into Japan's rich religious history and Edo period architecture.

Yōju-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Jodo-shu Seizan Fukakusa sect temple.
  • Founded in 806 by Gonso Ajari.
  • Main image is Amida Nyorai.
  • Known as Yata no Okagen.

What to see

  • Many Edo period buildings on the grounds.
  • Bell tower gate built in 1683.
  • Main gate built in 1699.
  • Main hall built in 1851.
  • Cemetery where Yata Hime was buried.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

愛知県西尾市下矢田町郷2 Open in Google Maps

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