Overview
Kongō-in, a Tendai-school temple, stands in the Bōshinden-chō area of Numata City, Gunma Prefecture, and is also known as Kaiō-zan Zenpuku-ji Kongō-in.
Highlights
- ●Its main hall stands in Numata City, tracing its lineage to the Tendai tradition
- ●Formally known as Kaio-zan Zenpuku-ji Kongo-in
- ●Located in the Bonshinden-cho area of Numata
- ●Part of the Tendai tradition of Japanese Buddhism
History
Detailed founding records for Kongo-in are not covered in the sources available here. As a Tendai-school temple, it belongs to a Buddhist tradition established in Japan during the early Heian period. Those curious about its specific lineage would do best to reach out to Numata City's tourism office or contact the temple directly.
Access
The temple is located in the Bonshinden-cho neighborhood of Numata City, Gunma Prefecture. Specific transit information is not confirmed here, so checking a map or official local tourism information before visiting is recommended.
Best season
No particular seasonal information is confirmed for this temple. As with many temples in the region, a calm visit is possible throughout the year; it is worth checking Numata City's tourism information site from time to time for any seasonal events.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Visit the temple grounds and main hall
- 2Observe quiet temple etiquette while exploring the precincts
- 3Combine the visit with other sites around Numata City
- 4Check local tourism information for any seasonal events beforehand
Did you know?
💡 The temple's formal name, Kaio-zan Zenpuku-ji Kongo-in, follows the traditional Japanese Buddhist naming pattern combining a mountain name (san-go) with a temple name.
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