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Gotansho-ji Temple
〒915-0043 福井県越前市庄田町３２−１−１
A Soto sect temple located in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, enshrining Shaka Nyorai (the Buddha). It is also known as a 'cat temple' for protecting and caring for dozens of stray and injured cats.
History
In 1948 CE (Showa 23), a small hall was built in Hozan, the birthplace of Eizan Shogin, the founder of the head temple Soji-ji, but it later fell into disrepair. In 2002 CE (Heisei 14), a small hall was constructed at the current location. In 2008 CE (Heisei 20), the topping-out ceremony was held for the main hall and the zazen hall (meditation hall). In 2009 CE (Heisei 21), the dedication ceremony was performed, and the temple received authorization from the Soto Sect Headquarters as a 'Semmon So-do' (a specialized monastic training hall).
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What visitors say
This is a temple with many cats where adoption events and memorial services are held. It is characterized by a peaceful atmosphere of coexistence with cats, such as cats sitting on the knees of the Buddha statues in the grounds. There is a cafe on the premises, and Goshuin (shrine or temple calligraphic seal stamps) featuring cats are available. A parking lot is adjacent to the temple, but visitors should be cautious of cats roaming the area.
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 – 18:00
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 18:00
- Wednesday: 6:00 – 18:00
- Thursday: 6:00 – 18:00
- Friday: 6:00 – 18:00
- Saturday: 6:00 – 18:00
- Sunday: 6:00 – 18:00
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