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Zuisen-ji Temple

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瑞泉寺 (京都市)

Zuisen-ji Temple commemorates Toyotomi Hidetsugu and his family, offering a unique historical perspective.

Zuisen-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Jodo sect Seizan Zenrin-ji school temple.
  • Founded in 1611 by Suminokura Ryoi and Rikku Keishuku.
  • Named after Toyotomi Hidetsugu's posthumous Buddhist name.
  • Principal image is Amida Nyorai.

What to see

  • Grave of Toyotomi Hidetsugu.
  • 49 gorinto stupas for Hidetsugu's family and retainers.
  • Jizo-do hall enshrines Hidetsugu and 49 family members.
  • Square stone under hexagonal tower was Hidetsugu's head casket.
  • Current main hall rebuilt after 1788 fire.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

京都府京都市中京区木屋町三条下ル石屋町114-1 Open in Google Maps

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