Kannō-ji Temple

What it is

• A Nichiren sect temple in Sakai City, Osaka.
• Commonly known as Niwadani Myoken.
• Founded in 645 by Hodo Sennin, according to legend.
• Considered a sacred site for Star Descent rituals.

What to see

• The main object of worship is Myoken Bosatsu.
• Myoken-do hall features zelkova wood carvings.
• One of the Three Great Myoken of Osaka.

When to go

• Manto Kuyo memorial service occurs every August 16.

Getting there

• Part of a Sakai City hiking trail.
• The hiking route starts from Izumigaoka Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.