A Rinzai Zen temple in Kuki City, a prestigious ancient temple connected to the Koga Kubo.
Said to have been built by Ashikaga Masauji after his retirement, telling the history of the Kanto Kanrei family.
The vast grounds feature a moat-surrounded structure reminiscent of a medieval castle residence.
The main hall has calm Zen-style architecture with a beautiful karesansui dry garden.
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Founded in 1518 when Koga Kubo Ashikaga Masauji retired to this location.
Ashikaga Masauji was head of the Koga Kubo family, forced into seclusion due to conflict with his son Takamoto.
The temple name
Averting disaster, directional protection, warding off epidemics. Central at Fudo, Kannon, and Gion-related sites.
Derived from the enshrined deity "釈迦如来"
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