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Daihoji
日本、〒791-1205 愛媛県上浮穴郡久万高原町菅生２−１１７３−２
A temple of the Tozan school of Shingon Buddhism, Daihoji is the 44th station (a mid-station) on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. The principal image is the Eleven-Faced Kannon (Avalokiteshvara), and the temple is also known as Soseizan and Daikakuin.
History
The temple's origins are said to date back to 701 CE (Daiho 1), when the brothers Myojin Ukyo and Hayato discovered a statue of Kannon, built a grass hut, and enshrined it. The temple was subsequently established by imperial decree of Emperor Junwu. In 822 CE (Kōnin 13), Kūkai visited and converted the temple from the Tendai school to the Shingon school. Although the temple was repeatedly destroyed by fires and warfare, it was revived as an imperial temple under Emperor Go-Shirakawa, and later rebuilt during the Genroku era and the Meiji era.
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What visitors say
The temple grounds are enveloped in a solemn atmosphere, allowing for a calm and peaceful visit. Notable features include large straw sandals (waraji), guardian statues (Nio), and a temple bell, along with seasonal scenery and autumn foliage. There is a parking lot directly below the grounds and a larger one further ahead; the latter is convenient for walking up to the temple. Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) can be obtained at the office near the entrance.
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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