Maegami-ji Temple
前神寺
Maegami-ji Temple is a historic pilgrimage site with important cultural properties and mountain connections.
What it is
- Head temple of the Shingon Ishizuchi sect.
- 64th temple of the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage.
- Founded by En no Gyoja.
- Designated an imperial prayer temple by Emperor Kanmu.
What to see
- Principal image is a hidden Buddha in the main hall.
- Bronze Amitabha Nyorai statue is a Prefectural Cultural Property.
- Ancient documents related to Ishizuchi Shugendo are a City Cultural Property.
When to go
- Fire ritual held three times a year.
Getting there
- 0.7 km from Ishizuchisan Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
愛媛県西条市洲之内甲1426番地 Open in Google Maps
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