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Ryūbi-ji, Buddhist temple in Sosa, Japan

The temple features foundational structures of a pagoda measuring 10.8 meters square and houses a bronze statue of Yakushi Nyorai from the Hakuho period.

Founded in 661, the temple became a significant center for Shingon Buddhism and received designation as a National Historic Site in 1933.

The temple maintains strong connections to Shingon-shu Chisan-ha practices and serves as an educational center for over 200 Buddhist monks.

The temple stands at coordinates 35°44'48.74640N and 140°33'24.05880E, with public transportation access available for visitors exploring Buddhist heritage.

Archaeological excavations revealed evidence of a three-story pagoda from 1377 that potentially reached 33 meters in height.

Location: Sosa

Inception: 661

Address: 千葉県匝瑳市大寺1856

GPS coordinates: 35.74687,140.55668

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03

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