Gōshō-ji, Buddhist temple in Takarazuka, Japan.
Gōshō-ji is a Buddhist temple in Takarazuka featuring traditional Japanese wooden architecture with decorative roof slopes and carved details. The structures sit near Mefu-Jinja Station and blend into the local residential landscape with their classic design.
The temple was founded between 1492 and 1501 and was originally called Kohama-gobō. It was destroyed in 1595 but later rebuilt and became an important stop along a historic trade route connecting major regions.
The temple serves as a gathering place for Jōdo Shinshū followers who meet for ceremonies and meditation practice. You can observe how the community uses the grounds throughout the year for various religious occasions.
The temple is easiest to reach using the Hankyu Takarazuka Line, exiting at Mefu-Jinja Station. Signs along the way guide you to the temple grounds from the station.
The temple was once known as Kohama-gobō and grew into a temple town along a major trade road. This route linked important cities and made the place a busy stopping point for travelers and merchants passing through.
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