Tōkyō bukkō yamadera

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Tōkyō bukkō yamadera, Buddhist temple in Yamagata, Japan.

The temple complex extends up the slopes of Mount Hoju through a dense forest, featuring over 1,000 stone steps leading to multiple buildings.

Emperor Seiwa commissioned Buddhist priest Jikaku Daishi to establish this temple in 860 during the early Heian Period in the former Dewa Province.

The Konponchudo Hall at the temple base maintains a continuous flame since its founding and houses essential Buddhist statues for religious ceremonies.

Visitors can reach the temple by taking the Hayabusa Shinkansen from Tokyo to Sendai, then transferring to JR Yamadera Station for a brief walk.

The Godaido observation deck, constructed in the early 1700s, provides panoramic views of Tachiya River Valley from the mountain summit.

Website: http://tokyofgs.com

GPS coordinates: 35.74350,139.70575

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03

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