Jippo-ji Temple

What it is

• Founded in 640 by Emperor Jomei.
• Belongs to the Shingon-shu Omuro-ha sect.
• 35th Fudasho of the New Shikoku Mandala Pilgrimage.
• Moved to its current location in 1672.

What to see

• Main hall's principal image is a hidden Buddha.
• Bell tower stands on the temple grounds.
• Guest hall is called Iwakura-den.
• Gyōja's Well was dug by Kukai.
• Wooden seated Jizo Bosatsu statue is a cultural property.
• Old Edo Higan cherry tree is on the grounds.

Getting there

• About 2km from Iyo-Miyoshi Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.