普光寺, Buddhist temple in Minamiuonuma, Japan
Fukoji is a Buddhist temple that houses a structure dedicated to Bishamonten, with both buildings linked by a roofed passageway. The covered corridor features painted ceiling panels and Buddhist statues throughout its length.
The temple was founded in the early 800s and took its present form after a fire in the 1930s followed by reconstruction. The rebuilding during that decade shaped the structures you see today.
The temple serves as a center for local religious observances and seasonal celebrations that draw people from surrounding villages. You can see how the space functions as a meeting point for the community's spiritual life today.
The temple sits about a five-minute walk from Urasa Station and welcomes visitors daily. On-site parking is available, making it convenient to arrive by car.
The temple guards a hidden Buddha statue that each head priest reveals only once during their time in office. This practice links modern stewardship to a custom spanning centuries.
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