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Zuhozan Honzan Jionji (Zuhozan Head Temple Jionji)

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Zuhozan Honzan Jionji (Zuhozan Head Temple Jionji)

〒990-0511 山形県寒河江市慈恩寺31

4.3(1060)

The head temple of the Jion sect located in Zao City, Yamagata Prefecture, enshrining Miroku Bosatsu (Bodhisattva Miroku) as its principal image. It is a rare temple in Japan featuring a five-figure layout. The temple grounds are designated as a National Historic Site.

History

Legend holds that the site was discovered by Giki and that the temple was established by Bodai Sena by imperial decree of Emperor Shomu. It was later rebuilt by imperial decree of Emperor Toba and given its mountain name by Emperor Go-Hakuryu and Minamoto no Yoritomo. During the Edo period, it possessed one of the most prestigious Goshuin (shrine/temple seal stamps) in the Tohoku region and flourished as a prayer temple for Shugendo (mountain asceticism).

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What visitors say

Situated on a high plateau, the temple grounds offer excellent views and feature numerous points of interest and cultural properties. The impressive thatched roof of the main hall is particularly striking, and the surrounding area is dotted with Jizo statues and shrines. At the Jionji Terrace, visitors can view exhibits and introductory videos to deepen their understanding of the site.

Opening hours

  • Monday: 9:00 – 16:00
  • Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:00
  • Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:00
  • Thursday: 9:00 – 16:00
  • Friday: 9:00 – 16:00
  • Saturday: 9:00 – 16:00
  • Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00
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