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Teruji Hagiwara (Japan Artists Association member) |
This is said to be the site where Hongokuji Temple once stood. Hongokuji Temple was originally built by the local lord Ishii Saburo Chosho within his residential compound as a donation when he became a follower of Nichiren Buddhism. After it was transferred to Kyoto, the high-ranking priest Nissei reconstructed this Nichiren Buddhist temple in 1345 and named it after Ishii Saburo Chosho.
"Mashiroki Fujinone" tanka-inscribed monument, a statue of Nichiren, and Soshido (Muromachi architecture). 
Annual event: Practical ascetic act by Nichiren Buddhist monks, who splash cold water over themselves on February 11.
Time required: 20 minutes
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