Ikaruga-dera Temple

What it is

• A Tendai sect temple.
• Main deities are Shaka Nyorai, Yakushi Nyorai, and Nyoirin Kannon.
• Founded after Prince Shotoku received land in 606.
• The 32nd Fudasho of the New Saigoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.

What to see

• Three main statues of Shaka Nyorai, Yakushi Nyorai, and Nyoirin Kannon.
• Temple grounds are a Taishi Town designated historic site.
• A Sasanqua tree designated as a natural monument.

When to go

• The three main statues are unveiled on February 22nd and 23rd.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.