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No.49 Sairinzan Sanzōin Jodoji

Temple
About

A calm temple in a residential area near Dōgo Onsen, Matsuyama. Through the Niō Gate stands a heavy, Important Cultural Property main hall. Inside is a statue of Kūya Shōnin (not publicly shown), tied to a legend where the chanting voice becomes the Buddha. Stone Buddhas representing all 88 line the grounds, offering a quiet prayerful moment in the city.

  • Founded
    749-757
  • Sect / Denomination
    Buzan Shingon Buddhism
  • Founder
    Emyō Shōnin
  • Principal Object of Worship
    Shakyamuni Buddha
  • Mantra
    On amirita teisei kara un

Johannes comment

Unpretentious, rebuilt after repeated fires; classic compact grounds with a quieter/emptier atmosphere. Revered for a famed Kuya Shōnin statue. Okuno-in is close by (~100 m north) in a nearby park.

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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Information

Basic information

  • location Location
    1198 Takushi-chō, Matsuyama-shi, Ehime
  • Telephone number Telephone number
    089-975-1730
  • Until the next temple Until the next temple
    About2.1km。On foot30minutes.By car5minutes.
  • Taxi company Taxi company
  • Pilgrimage supplies Pilgrimage supplies
  • Temple Lodging Temple Lodging

Nearby accommodation information

  • Temple LodgingHotel New Kajiwara:089-941-0402