Kawai-dera, Buddhist temple in Kawachinagano, Japan
The temple stands on a hillside with traditional Japanese architecture, featuring multiple sub-shrines and Buddhist statues throughout its extensive grounds.
Soga no Iruka established Kawai-dera in 643, marking an important phase in the spread of Buddhism across the Kansai region of Japan.
The temple maintains strong ties to the Kita Hosso sect of Japanese Buddhism, offering a space for meditation, prayers, and religious ceremonies.
Visitors can reach the temple using the Nankai Koya Line or Kintetsu Line to Kawachinagano Station, with regular services from major cities.
The temple grounds contain artifacts that have received national treasure status, representing early Buddhist influences from Korea in Japanese religious architecture.
Location: Kawachinagano
Inception: 643
Founders: Soga no Iruka
Address: 大阪府河内長野市河合寺876
GPS coordinates: 34.44744,135.57881
Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:55
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