Kotani Temple

📍 Shiga, Nagahama · Ibe, Kita-cho, Nagahama, Shiga

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Hours

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Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

Kotani Temple in Ibe, Kita-cho, Nagahama, shines as a beacon of light within a narrow valley, surrounded by mighty mountains. Though humble in scale, the temple radiates spiritual illumination and serves as a sanctuary where countless devotees find peace before their principal deity. The temple's enduring presence reflects the steadfast belief that even in the smallest and most remote places, the light of Buddhist truth continues to shine eternally.

Benefits

Principal deity's blessingDeepening faithPure Land birth

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