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Mōshigi monju-dō Temple

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舞鴫文殊堂

A historic temple in Kumamoto, founded in 1593, dedicated to academic success.

Mōshigi monju-dō Temple
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What it is

  • A syncretic Buddhist temple founded in 1593.
  • Brave warriors from Mōshigi founded the temple.
  • It is also called Dazaifu of the West.
  • Students visit for academic improvement and success.

What to see

  • Monju Bosatsu is the principal deity.
  • It enshrines Amitābha, Akiba Myōjin, and Ikime Hachiman.
  • Mōshigi Monju-dō was selected as New Kumamoto 100 Landscapes.

When to go

  • The annual festival is on January 1st.
  • The first shrine visit is from January 2nd to 3rd.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

熊本県宇城市小川町東海東3077 Open in Google Maps

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