Daisho Gokokuji Temple

Japanese name： 大聖護国寺

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Main Image Principal Fudo Myo-o (donated by Keishoin) Category Myo-o (Wisdom King)

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Description

The principal Fudo Myoo of Daisho Gokokuji Temple was donated by Keishoin, mother of the fifth Tokugawa shogun Tsunayoshi. During restoration, an ink inscription inside the image stating that it had been donated by Keishoin revealed its provenance. The temple is also carrying out the “Reiwa Great Restoration” of 41 images donated by Keishoin—the Five Great Wisdom Kings and the Thirty-Six Attendant Boys of Fudo—and restored images can be viewed in the main hall. At this temple with more than 800 years of history, visitors can encounter the principal image together with several restored Buddhist statues. Visiting days are Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10:00 to 16:00, with free admission.

Basic Information

Spot ID 3609

Temple / Site Daisho Gokokuji Temple

Visiting Area Main Hall

Visiting Status Open to the public inside the hall on visiting days (Fri, Sat, Sun and public holidays, 10:00–16:00; check the official schedule for the year-end/New Year period)

Address 群馬県高崎市八幡町675

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