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Seson-ji, Buddhist temple in Ōyodo, Japan

Seson-ji temple stands in Kamihiso within the Yoshino District of Nara Prefecture, featuring a main hall and the Taishi-do Hall.

The temple's origins trace back to the Asuka period in the seventh century, receiving visits from Emperor Seiwa, Emperor Uda, and Fujiwara no Michinaga.

The temple maintains its Sōtō Buddhism traditions and houses a wooden standing statue of Eleven-faced Kannon, designated as a cultural asset.

Visitors can reach Seson-ji by taking the Nara Kotsu Bus from Muda Station to Hisoguchi, followed by a 15-minute walk.

The temple contains remains of the original Hiso-dera structure, which earned recognition as a national historic site of Japan.

Location: Ōyodo

GPS coordinates: 34.40480,135.83110

Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:10

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