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Shikoku Pilgrimage Stop 32: Zenjihoji Temple
〒783-0085 高知県南国市十市３０８４
A temple of the Shugendo Tozan sect of Shingon Buddhism, this is the 32nd stop on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. The main deity, the Eleven-Faced Kannon (Avalokiteshvara), is known as the 'Kannon of Ship Souls' and has long been revered by fishermen and successive feudal lords.
History
Legend holds that the temple originated when Monk Gyoki, acting on an imperial decree from Emperor Shomu, built a hall to pray for safety at sea. Kukai (Dairoben) sensed this place as a sacred site and carved an image of the Eleven-Faced Kannon to enshrine as the main deity. The temple was named Hachyouzan (Eight-Petal Mountain) because the mountain's shape resembles the eight-petaled lotus throne of Mount Potalaka, and Kyumonjiin (Kyumonji Hall) because practitioners of the Kyumonji (Seeking and Hearing) ritual were associated with the site.
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What visitors say
Situated atop a mountain, this quiet temple offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the foothills below. A gentle staircase leads from the parking lot to the temple grounds, where various Buddhist statues and unusual rock formations are scattered along the path. The sutra registration office is located a short distance from the main grounds; when entering the surrounding residential area, it is smoothest to follow the road signs.
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 8:00 – 17:00
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