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No.84 Nammenzan Senkōin Yashimaji

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Located atop Mt. Yashima, famed as a battlefield of the Genpei War. The main hall houses a seated Eleven-Faced Thousand-Armed Kannon believed to date to the 10th century. The Peace Bell and museum exhibits add historical depth, while panoramic Seto Inland Sea views enhance the spiritual experience.

  • Founded
    749-756
  • Sect / Denomination
    Omuro Shingon Buddhism
  • Founder
    Ganjin Wajo
  • Principal Object of Worship
    Juichimen Senju Kannon Bosatsu (Eleven-Faced Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshvara)
  • Mantra
    On korokoro sendari matogi sowaka

Johannes comment

Big plateau temple with great views over Takamatsu; steep paved ascent (one of the steepest). Don’t skip Lion Rock viewpoint loop: exit main gate, go ~200 m west to lookout, platform, shops/rest huts. Descent is steep and slippery when wet—use caution.

Who is Johannes?

I like to travel, and whenever I have time, I walk all over the place. He is particularly knowledgeable about the Shikoku Pilgrimage and enjoys talking about the temples and the journey. I like talking to people and value encounters.

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Basic information

  • location Location
    1808 Yashimahigashi-chō, Takamatsu-shi, Kagawa
  • Telephone number Telephone number
    087-841-9418
  • Until the next temple Until the next temple
    About7.7km。On foot120minutes.By car20minutes.
  • Taxi company Taxi company
  • Pilgrimage supplies Pilgrimage supplies
  • Temple Lodging Temple Lodging

Nearby accommodation information

  • Temple LodgingSakaya Ryokan:087-841-9533