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Mishimagi-ji
日本、〒649-1331 和歌山県日高郡日高川町鐘巻１７３８
Regarded as the oldest temple in Wakayama Prefecture, this Tendai sect temple is famous for the 'Anjin and Seihime' legend, a story frequently adapted into Noh and Kabuki performances.
History
According to tradition, the temple was founded in 701 CE (Daiho 1) by Kishi no Omi no Michinari, who received an imperial edict from Emperor Junwu and appointed the monk Gi-en as the founding abbot. Excavation surveys have confirmed the presence of a temple site in the early 8th century, supporting its status as the oldest temple in Wakayama Prefecture. Over time, the temple changed its sect affiliation from Hosso to Shingon, and finally to Tendai. During the early modern period, repairs were carried out with the support of Tokugawa Yoshinao.
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What visitors say
The Ho-butsu-den hall houses numerous Buddhist statues, including the National Treasure Thousand-Armed Kannon Bodhisattva, as well as Important Cultural Properties that visitors can appreciate up close. A popular feature is the illustrated sermon based on the Mishimagi-ji Engi (temple origin) scroll paintings. The temple also sells manju (sweet rice cakes). Note that the temple grounds include steep staircases, and the cherry blossoms in spring are a notable attraction.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 17:00
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