Ryōkō-in, Buddhist sub-temple at Konkaikōmyō-ji in Sakyō-ku, Japan
Ryōkō-in temple features traditional Japanese architectural elements with gardens designed to promote meditation within the Konkaikōmyō-ji complex.
The temple was established in 1605 by Takigawa Katsutoshi as a memorial for his daughter, who passed away at age 17.
Among all sub-temples at Konkaikōmyō-ji, Ryōkō-in maintains the sole graveyard, reflecting its role in Buddhist memorial traditions.
Visitors can reach the temple through Demachiyanagi station, which connects to both Eizan Railway and Keihan Railway lines.
The temple's name translates to 'Temple of Dragon Light' and houses the grave of Yoshimasa Tanaka, lord of the Yanagawa Domain.
Location: Sakyō-ku
Inception: 1605
Founders: Takigawa Katsutoshi
Address: 京都府京都市左京区黒谷町33
GPS coordinates: 35.02031,135.78672
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06
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