Muramatsusan kokūzō-dō, Buddhist temple in Tokai, Japan.
The temple features a three-story pagoda, a two-story pagoda, and Nio guardian statues at the entrance gate along the pilgrimage path.
Founded in 807 by Buddhist monk Kukai, the temple received land grants from Tokugawa Ieyasu and protection from the Satake clan for 500 years.
The temple houses one of Japan's three principal Kokuzō Bosatsu statues, carved by Kukai for national protection and public prosperity.
The temple grounds include parking for 120 vehicles and can be reached within 15 minutes by taxi from JR Tokai Station.
The temple holds special significance for 13-year-olds who visit during their coming-of-age ceremonies to receive wisdom and good fortune.
Location: Tokai
Address: 茨城県那珂郡東海村村松8
GPS coordinates: 36.44971,140.59885
Latest update: May 11, 2025 11:26
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