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The temple of the tanuki-turned-kettle folktale, its approach lined with badger statues.
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Morinji is a temple of the Soto school in Horikocho, Tatebayashi, Gunma Prefecture. Its mountain name is Seiryuzan. The principal image is Shakyamuni Buddha. It is famous for the Bunbuku Chagama. It was founded in 1426 (33rd year of Oei), in the middle of the Muromachi period, by the Zen master Dairin Shotsu of Mino Province. In 1468 (2nd year of Onin), Akai Masamitsu (Terumitsu), lord of Aoyagi Castle, converted to the faith, donated temple lands of 80,000 tsubo and built the temple buildings. The temple is known as the temple associated with the "Bunbuku Chagama" of folk tales.
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Founded / opened：1426 Highlights / collection：Legendary tea kettle, Tanuki statue Genre：Metalwork, Sculpture
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