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Gokuraku-ji, Buddhist temple in Ōasa-chō Hinoki, Japan.

Gokuraku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Ōasa-chō Hinoki with multiple buildings and traditional gardens distributed across its grounds. The structures include a main hall and several smaller buildings arranged around well-maintained green spaces.

Monk Gyōki founded this temple in the early 8th century during the Nara period as part of Buddhism's expansion into eastern Japan. The founding occurred during a broader movement to establish Buddhist centers throughout rural regions.

The temple serves as a living center for Buddhist practice, where visitors can observe the daily rituals performed by resident monks. The religious activities and temple routines offer insight into how the faith is lived and sustained here.

The temple is accessible by car and has parking areas available for visitors arriving by personal vehicle. Local transportation connections from nearby Naruto city make reaching the site straightforward.

The grounds contain ancient stone markers and ceremonial objects spanning several centuries that document the site's regional importance. These artifacts tell the story of the role this place played in Buddhist history over the long term.

Location: Ōasa-chō Hinoki

Inception: 8 century

Founders: Gyōki

Website: http://ca.pikara.ne.jp/gokurakuji

GPS coordinates: 34.15556,134.49028

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:58

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