Chikurin-ji

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Chikurin-ji is a historic Buddhist temple located in Kōchi, Japan. It is one of the 88 temples included in the Shikoku Pilgrimage, which is an important pilgrimage route in Japanese Buddhism. Founded in 724 by the monk Gyōki at the request of Emperor Shōmu, Chikurin-ji is affiliated with the Shingon sect of Buddhism. The temple is renowned for its beautiful five-story pagoda, lush gardens, and its treasure hall, which houses various cultural artifacts and Buddhist statues.

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