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大岡寺, Buddhist temple in Kōka, Japan

Daiokadera is a Buddhist temple in Kōka featuring traditional Japanese wooden structures with curved roofs and ornamental details typical of the religion's architecture. The compound spreads across spacious grounds and includes multiple buildings arranged to serve different functions such as worship, meditation, and teaching.

The temple was founded during a period when Buddhism expanded significantly across the Kōka region and new spiritual centers were being established. Its construction and development reflect the growing importance of Buddhist institutions in shaping the area.

The temple serves as a living center for Buddhist practice where visitors can observe monks conducting daily activities and seasonal rituals. These practices remain woven into the rhythm of local life and reflect how Buddhism continues to shape the community.

Visitors can reach the grounds by local bus service from Kōka station and should plan to arrive during daytime hours when the site is fully open to the public. The layout is generally accessible, with clear paths leading to the main structures and several areas to sit and observe.

The grounds contain multiple meditation halls where monks perform daily chanting and play traditional instruments as part of their routine. These practices have remained largely unchanged for over 1000 years since they were first adopted at the site.

Location: Kōka

Website: http://ookaji.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.96917,136.17889

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01

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