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Funakoyama Jigenji
小千谷市平成２丁目３−３５
A temple belonging to the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism, enshrining the Principal Deity of the Holy Kannon Bodhisattva. It is also known as a historical site where a meeting took place in 1868 CE (Keiō 4) between Kawai Tsuginosuke and Iwamura Seiichiro.
History
According to temple records, it is said to have been founded in the late 7th century (Hakuhō era) by Satsu Mei Daikoku during the reign of Emperor Tenmu. There is also a theory that it was founded in 860 CE (Jōgan 2) by Zengaku. A legend remains that Kūkai built a hermitage while traveling, lived there, and carved an image of the Holy Kannon.
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What visitors say
The mountain gate and main hall, which show a remarkable recovery from the damage of the Chūetsu earthquake, evoke a sense of history. Memorial monuments are scattered throughout the grounds. Known as the site of the Iwamura and Kawai meeting, visitors can tour the meeting room by prior reservation, view valuable documents, and listen to explanatory narration. The parking lot is located along the road, and a kindergarten is adjacent to the area.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00
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