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Ōtani Kōzui

Japanese noble (1876-1948) · Japan · On the map · Scientists · Died at 71

Count Ōtani Kōzui was a Japanese Buddhist leader and explorer who was the 22nd Abbot of Nishi Hongan-ji and the head of the Honganji-ha sect of Buddhism. He is known for expeditions to Buddhist archaeological sites in Central Asia, such as Subashi Temple near Kucha. His Dharma name was Kyōnyo (鏡如).

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Japan
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1876 to 1948 · aged 71