Kyōkō-ji, Buddhist temple in Yao, Japan
Kyōkō-ji sits within a garden space, featuring traditional Japanese architectural elements with wooden structures and curved rooflines characteristic of Buddhist temples.
The temple emerged in 588, during a period when Buddhism gained substantial influence across Japan, marking it among the earliest religious establishments in the region.
The temple belongs to the Shingon Ritsu sect and maintains its dedication to Miroku Bosatsu, carrying forward centuries of Buddhist practices and ceremonies.
Located at coordinates 34.618947, 135.636386 in Osaka Prefecture, the temple provides regular access for meditation sessions and religious observances throughout the year.
The temple grounds witnessed the Battle of Kyōkōji in May 1562, transforming this religious site into a significant military historical location.
Location: Yao
Inception: 588
Website: http://hozanji.com
GPS coordinates: 34.61895,135.63639
Latest update: March 15, 2025 18:53
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