Gokurakuji Temple
Origins of Gokurakuji Temple
In 1259, Shigetoki, the third son of Hojo Yoshitoki, started construction within his estate to show the vision of the Pure Land. Although Shigetoki became an assistant to the regent, he was not particularly attached to politics. He died in 1261, halfway through the construction. His sons Nagatoki and Naritoki followed their father's wishes and completed what is now the only temple of the Shingon sect in Kamakura.
Major Cultural Properties
- Wooden standing statue of Shaka Nyorai Buddha
- Seated statue of Shaka Nyorai Buddha
- Standing statues of the Ten Great Disciples
- Seated statue of Fudo Myoo, an Important Cultural Property
- Ninsho Pagoda, an Important Cultural Property
For more information, please refer to the Gokurakuji Temple website
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