Daifuk Ji Buddhist temple
大福寺
An ancient Shingon temple founded in 740, famous for its hidden Jizo deity and traditional fire-walking rituals.
What it is
- A Buddhist temple belonging to the Koyasan Shingon sect founded in 740.
- Commonly known as Mebiki Jizo, it enshrines the Enmei Jizo Sanzon deity.
- One of ten significant Shingon temples located in the Saijo region.
- The temple moved to its current location in 1605 after previous destruction.
What to see
- The Fudo Hall which serves as a center for Shugendo training.
- A Reihai Hall that enshrines the famous monk Kobo Daishi.
- The main hidden Buddha statue which is only displayed once every century.
When to go
- The February festival features a traditional fire-walking ritual performed by practitioners.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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