Yōkō-ji Temple
永光寺
Eikoji Temple is a historic Soto Zen temple founded in 1312, rebuilt by Maeda Toshiie.
What it is
- Soto Zen temple, mountain name Tokokuzan.
- Founded in 1312 by Keizan Jokin.
- Principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
- 13th sacred site of Noto Kannon Pilgrimage.
What to see
- Main hall completed in 1323.
- Risho-to pagoda established in 1339.
- Current buildings are Edo period reconstructions.
- Wooden statues of five patriarchs.
- Keizan Jokin's writings are Important Cultural Properties.
Getting there
- 15-minute drive from JR Hakui Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
石川県羽咋市酒井町イ11 Open in Google Maps
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