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Gogakuin
奈良市北御門町２４
A Kegon (Huayan) sect temple located in Nara City and a branch of Todai-ji. It houses the Gogaku Shibi Amida Zao (Seated Statue of Amida in Five Kalpas of Contemplation), designated as an Important Cultural Property.
History
The temple is believed to have originated from a single temple established to house the Gogaku Shibi Amida Buddha statue, which was transmitted from China. It is a Kegon sect temple under the jurisdiction of Todai-ji, with the mountain name Shibi-yama (Mountain of Contemplation).
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What visitors say
Located in a residential area, this temple offers a calm atmosphere and is not heavily touristified. It is characterized by the Gogaku Shibi Amida seated statue, which has a distinctive hairstyle resembling an afro. During special public viewing periods, a Nirvana painting is also displayed. A small parking lot for a few cars is located nearby, and Goshuin (shrine or temple calligraphic seal stamps) can be obtained from outside the main hall.
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