📕 Goshuin from visitors
Choutokuji
新発田市大栄町２丁目７−２２
A Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-Ha (Osawa School) temple located in Niigata Prefecture, Shin'etsu City, known for housing wooden statues of the Akō Ronin in the Gishi-do (Hall of Loyal Retainers).
History
Founded by Sonei Keijun, it served as the family temple for the Nakayama clan, the birth family of Horiuchi Takeyoshi. The temple features the Ishidai Matsu (Stone Terrace Pine), said to have been planted by Takeyoshi before his departure, and the Gishi-do, which houses wooden statues of the Akō Ronin. The Gishi-do was completed in 1929 with the support of the Takeyoshi-kai and many notable figures.
Auto-generated by AI from web sources (please verify).Source
What visitors say
The grounds feature a magnificent giant Akamatsu (Japanese red pine) tree, said to have been planted by Horiuchi Anbei, which is one of the main highlights. The site is dotted with historic buildings that evoke a sense of history, including the Gishi-do, which enshrines the 47 Ronin of Akō, and the Sanmon (main gate) and Hondo (main hall), both designated as Registered Tangible Cultural Properties of Japan. The parking lot is located in the alley to the right when facing the Sanmon.
口コミ (...件)
Looking up Choutokuji?
Kaminavi helps you find over 90,000 temples across Japan by map, blessing, and reviews. Its real-time lucky-direction search based on Nine Star Ki even tells you which direction is auspicious for you today. You can also keep your visit records, Goshuin collection, and pilgrimage plans in one place.
What you can do on Kaminavi
Today's Lucky Direction
From where you are now, via Nine Star Ki
Good Days to Visit
Rokuyo & auspicious-day calendar
Power Spots
Highlights in Chubu
Festival Calendar
Annual events in Chubu
Featured Articles
Guides by type of blessing
Worship Etiquette
How to pray at a temple
Visits & Goshuin
Keep a record of every visit