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Nishiushiji
長岡市寺泊野積８９９６
An ancient Shingon sect temple located in Terahama Nozumi, Nagaoka City, enshrining the oldest Sokushinbutsu (mummified monk) in Japan, that of the monk Ko-chi. It is also known as a place associated with the poets Ryokan and Basho.
History
This ancient Shingon sect temple is said to have been founded by the monk Kibi in 733 CE (Tenpyo 5). It is renowned for enshrining the oldest Sokushinbutsu (mummified monk) in Japan, that of the monk Ko-chi. During the Edo period, the poet Ryokan stayed here for approximately half a year.
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What visitors say
The spacious temple grounds feature varying elevations, with well-preserved carved buildings and Mizuko Jizo statues scattered throughout. To view the oldest Sokushinbutsu (mummified monk) in Japan, you must pay an admission fee at the reception and gather at a designated time for a guided tour with explanations. Additionally, the observation deck offers a magnificent view of the Sea of Japan and Sado Island.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 15:30
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 15:30
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 15:30
- Thursday: 9:00 – 15:30
- Friday: 9:00 – 15:30
- Saturday: 9:00 – 15:30
- Sunday: 9:00 – 15:30
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