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Kongoushi-ji
〒516-0021 三重県伊勢市朝熊町５４８
Known as the temple guarding the Kimon (the direction of evil spirits) of Ise Jingu (Ise Grand Shrine), this Rinzai Zen sect temple, belonging to the Nanzen-ji branch, has a history deeply connected to Ise faith.
History
The temple's origins are said to date back to the mid-6th century with the construction of Myojodo Hall. It is traditionally believed that Kukai revitalized the site as a dojo for Shingon esoteric Buddhism in 825 CE (Tencho 2). At the end of the 14th century, Tozoku Bun'oku re-established the temple and converted it from the Shingon sect to the Rinzai sect. During the Edo period, the main hall and Mani-den were rebuilt by order of Tokugawa Ieyasu. In the Meiji era, the temple was spared from closure because it served as the Okunoin (inner sanctuary) of Ise Jingu.
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What visitors say
Located on a high mountain, this quiet temple features a spacious grounds with facilities such as a pond, a taiko-bashi (drum bridge), and the Okunoin. It is often visited in conjunction with a pilgrimage to Ise Jingu and offers good access to the summit observation deck. Goshuin (a temple's calligraphic seal stamp) are available, allowing visitors to enjoy worship in a serene atmosphere.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 15:45
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 15:45
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 15:45
- Thursday: 9:00 – 15:45
- Friday: 9:00 – 15:45
- Saturday: 9:00 – 15:45
- Sunday: 9:00 – 15:45
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