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Niihara-yama Otohō-ji
胎内市乙１１１２
One of the oldest temples in Niigata Prefecture, this site features several historic structures, including the Important Cultural Property three-story pagoda, the Dainichi Hall, and the Jizo Hall. Numerous legends and anecdotes are associated with the temple, such as the story of a stupa said to enshrine the left eye of Shakyamuni Buddha and the temple's nickname as a 'Monkey Offering Temple,' inspired by the tale of sutra-copying monkeys.
History
According to tradition, the temple was founded in 736 CE (Tenpyo 8) by the bodhisattva Rowan and the Brahmin monk Sojo, by imperial decree of Emperor Shomu. It was named 'Otohō-ji' (Otohō-ji) because the Brahmin monk Sojo enshrined the left eye of Shakyamuni Buddha; later, the character for 'treasure' was added to the name. In the late Muromachi period, the temple received donations from the Uesugi clan, and in the early Edo period, it was strongly supported by Murakami Yoshiake.
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What visitors say
The spacious grounds feature scattered buildings, including the main hall, a three-story pagoda, and a hexagonal hall, creating a scenic and atmospheric landscape. Natural spring water flows within the temple grounds, and visitors can enjoy autumn foliage or cherry blossons depending on the season. The parking area is also used as a drop-off point for kindergarten buses, so visitors should be aware of this when planning their visit.
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