Kotani Temple
📍 Shiga, Nagahama · Ibe, Kita-cho, Nagahama, Shiga
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
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