Kazusa Kokubunji ruins

At the Kozukata Temple Site in Kazusa, there are many historical building remains. The foundations of the main hall and lecture hall, as well as the remains of the central gate and south gate, have been discovered, and there are also huge foundation stones that are estimated to have been part of a seven-story pagoda. In the exhibition hall, you can learn about the history from the Nara period to the Edo period through excavated items and dioramas that recreate the atmosphere of the time. It is located in Ichihara City and is easily accessible. Why not visit and see for yourself?

The Kazusa Kokubunji ruins are a precious place that still has a seven-story pagoda and a giant ginkgo tree. It is one of the Kokubunji temples built by Emperor Shomu in the Nara period and boasts a scale second only to the Musashi Kokubunji ruins. Excavation surveys have detected the remains of buildings such as the main hall, lecture hall, pagoda, corridor, and gate, as well as affiliated facilities, and the exhibition hall reproduces what it was like at the time. In addition, tiles with traditional patterns such as karakusa and lotus flower motifs have been found. The giant ginkgo tree, which shows beautiful scenery in every season, is also a must-see. It is especially recommended for history buffs and nature lovers!

One of the attractions of the Kazusa Kokubunji ruins is the reproduced corridor at the Kokubun Nunnery Site. The corridor, which was restored over 20 years ago, is comparable in size to the corridor in the Nishiin of Horyuji Temple, which has a five-story pagoda and a main hall, and is characterized by its entasis style. It's a deep tourist spot that reminds us of the Nara period and is a must-see for history and architecture fans. Located in Ichihara City, it's easily accessible, so please come and visit!

The Kamitsuchiyakushi-ato, a heritage site that represents the culture and politics of Ichihara City, has restored exhibition halls and corridors, with many historical building remains. You can learn about history from the Nara period to the Edo period. The seven-story pagoda and giant ginkgo tree are also highlights. The reconstructed corridor at the Kokubun-niji-ato is also a feature, with an entasis style. With convenient access, it's a must-visit tourist spot when visiting Ichihara City!

At the ruins of Kazusa Kokubunji, the Yaku-do and Niomon Gate from the Edo period are also highlights. Excavated tiles with Karakusa and lotus flower patterns are on display, and exhibition halls and corridors have been restored. The Yaku-do, which houses a designated cultural property of Ichihara City, and the Niomon Gate, which has a wooden statue of a guardian deity, are also must-sees. This tourist spot is recommended not only for history buffs but also for architecture fans. It's conveniently located, so please come and visit!