The head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Takada school, located in Teramachi, Joetsu City. The temple is said to trace its origins to around 1214, when Shinran, exiled to Echigo, established a hermitage here. Important documents including a copy of the Sanjobowasan said to have been written by Shinran himself are preserved at the temple. The grounds—including the Niomon gate, main hall, and mausoleum—a…

Origins trace to around 1214, when Shinran established a hermitage in Echigo. After traveling through various areas and then spreading his teachings in the Kanto region, he relocated to the current site. Developed by Shinran's direct disciples, it grew into the head temple of the Takada school. Desi…