Gokuraku-ji Temple
極楽寺
Gokuraku-ji Temple is an ancient Shugendō training ground with unique deities and daily rituals.
What it is
- Head temple of Ishizuchi-san Shingon-shu.
- Founded by Yu Hōshi.
- Major Shugendō training ground for 1300 years.
- Main deities are Amida Sanzon and Ishizuchi Zaō Daigongen.
What to see
- Hombō area has a main hall and a bell tower.
- Betsuin area includes the Zaō-den and a training hall.
- Chūson 'Kongō Zaō Gongen' was excavated from Tengaji.
When to go
- Goma-taki is performed daily.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
愛媛県西条市大保木4-36 Open in Google Maps
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