Overview
One of the three ordination platforms of Japan. Monks of western Japan took their vows here.
About this place
Kaidan-in (戒壇院) is a Rinzai temple in Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. It was founded by Ganjin in 761. Together with Tōdai-ji in Nara and Yakushi-ji in Tochigi Prefecture, it was one of Japan's three official ordination halls during the Nara period.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded：761 Designation：Important Cultural Property Blessings：Rebirth
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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