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Oya Sobo (Oya Ancestral Temple)
京都市東山区円山町477
A cemetery owned by Higashi Honganji, the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Ota School, located in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. It is the burial site of Shinran, the founder of Jodo Shinshu.
History
This is the burial site of Shinran, the founder of Jodo Shinshu. It was established as Oya Sobo in 1670 CE (Kanbun 10). During the Edo period, it was known as Oya Gobo. Although it was repeatedly destroyed by fires during conflicts such as the Ikkos and the Siege of Ishiyama, it was protected and restored by Inoue Ganjira. Today, it serves as a cemetery owned by Higashi Honganji, the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Ota School.
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What visitors say
This is the location of the grave of Shinran, the founder of Jodo Shinshu. It is situated in a pleasant environment, with Maruyama Park and Kōdai-ji Temple nearby. The grounds are vast and the approach path is impressive, creating a solemn atmosphere. Non-believers are welcome to visit, making it a place where one can worship in a calm setting.
Opening hours
- Monday: 5:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 5:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 5:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 5:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 5:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 5:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 5:00 – 17:00
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