Gōshō-ji, Buddhist temple in Echizen, Japan
The temple complex includes multiple buildings such as Shinran Hall, Amida Hall, a sutra warehouse, and a traditional bell tower within its spacious grounds.
Originally constructed in Kyoto by Shinran in 1223, the temple was moved to its current location in Echizen City during 1615, marking a significant relocation.
Poets Yosano Tekkan and Yosano Akiko created fourteen tanka poems in 1983 after experiencing the temple's spiritual and architectural elements during their visit.
The temple welcomes visitors daily from 8:00 to 17:00 throughout the year, with an entrance fee of 500 yen for exploring the temple grounds.
The entrance features a decorative gate crafted from zelkova wood, demonstrating the temple's commitment to traditional Japanese architectural craftsmanship and materials.
Location: Echizen
Website: https://goushouji.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.89206,136.22665
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:09
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