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Tōshō-ji, Buddhist temple in Goka, Japan

Tōshō-ji is a Buddhist temple located in northeastern Goka with multiple prayer and meditation halls arranged across interconnected grounds. The complex features traditional wooden architecture and stone pathways that organize the different functional areas.

The temple originates from the Kamakura period in the 13th century when Buddhist institutions expanded throughout the Kanto region. This wave of religious establishment made Buddhism a central part of regional life and left lasting architectural influences.

The temple serves as an active center where devotees gather for meditation and prayer, creating a lived spiritual space rather than a static monument. This ongoing religious practice shapes how the grounds feel throughout the seasons and religious calendar.

The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset with designated parking areas for visitors. Walking paths connect all the different buildings and are straightforward to navigate throughout the site.

A centuries-old bronze bell hangs in the bell tower and rings across the valley at specific times during religious observances. This bell-ringing pattern has remained largely unchanged and offers visitors a sense of how ritual time operates in this place.

Location: Goka

Address: 茨城県猿島郡五霞町山王山827-1

GPS coordinates: 36.10631,139.76458

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:45

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