Choko-ji

Choko-ji

Choko-ji (朝光寺 "Chokoji") is a Buddhist temple, in Yashiro, Hyōgo, Japan.

History

According to the official record of the temple, this temple was originally constructed on the Mount Gongen in the 7th century, by Hodo-Shonin. In 1185, the temple moved to today’s place. On the sutra of this temple, it is written that the Buddhist alter and the main sculpture of the Buddha was made in 1413.

Object of Worship

*Juchimen-Kannon

Cultural Properties

This temple has one national treasure and one important cultural property selected by Japanese government.

National Treasure
*The Main HallImportant Cultural Property
*The Belfry

References

External links

* [http://www.kankou-yashiro.gr.jp/guide/map1-2.htm Official Site] of Yashiro Tourist Bureau


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