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Jodo Shinshu Jo-ko-ji
上越市寺町２丁目６−４５
The head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Jo-ko-ji sect, located in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. Its formal temple name is Jodo Shinshu Ko-ko-ji.
History
Founded by Shinran, the founder of Jodo Shinshu, the temple was originally located in Ibaraki Prefecture but moved to various locations due to repeated fires and warfare. In 1567 CE (Eiroku 10), it was invited by Uesugi Kenshin to its current location in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. It was previously a special-grade temple of the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-Ha sect, but became independent as the Jodo Shinshu Jo-ko-ji sect in 1952 CE (Sho 27).
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What visitors say
This temple boasts an imposing scale in Takada-ji-machi, exuding an overwhelming presence. The main hall, designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan, is breathtaking with its dignified appearance that has weathered the passage of time. The temple grounds are kept clean and orderly, and the atmosphere, including the mountain gate and approach path, is calm and evokes a sense of historical weight.
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