Gōshō-ji, Buddhist temple in Utazu, Japan
Gosho-ji is a Buddhist temple in Utazu featuring traditional wooden structures and several auxiliary buildings on its grounds. The main hall houses an Amitabha Buddha statue, while a separate building displays a collection of Kannon statues.
The temple was founded in 725 by Buddhist monk Gyoki. During the Edo period, it underwent significant restoration under the patronage of Matsudaira Yorihide.
The temple serves as the 78th station on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, a route followed by visitors seeking spiritual practice. Pilgrims pass through this location as part of a traditional journey that connects sacred sites across the region.
The temple is open daily to visitors and provides quiet spaces for prayer and reflection. Accessible pathways connect the different buildings, allowing visitors to explore the grounds comfortably.
From the temple grounds, visitors can see the Seto Inland Sea and the Seto Ohashi Bridge, offering views of the surrounding landscape. These vistas make the location a pleasant spot to pause and take in the natural surroundings.
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