Morinji Temple
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Morinji Temple

茂林寺

Last updated: March 06, 2021

An ancient temple that welcomes you with raccoon dog statues

Morinji Temple, constructed in 1426, is a scene of Japan's famous folktale "Bunbuku Chagama". 21 statues of raccoon is lined along the approach and welcome visitors.


Basic Information

Address

1570 Horiku-cho, Tatebayashi ( Map)

Access

About 10 minutes on foot from Morjinjimae Station

About 10 minutes by car from Tatebayashi IC of Tohoku Expressway

Hours

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Closed

Thursdays

Tel

0276-72-1514

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