Myōjōrin-ji Temple
明星輪寺
Ancient mountain temple with unique cave sculpture, restored by Kūkai, offering historical and spiritual insights.
What it is
- Founded in 686 by En no Ozunu.
- Restored in 801 by Kūkai.
- Principal image is Kokūzō Bosatsu.
- Known as Akasaka Kokuzō.
What to see
- Main image is a sculpture inside a cave.
- Current main hall rebuilt in 1863.
- Wooden Jizō Bosatsu Hanka statue.
- Bronze bell from early Muromachi period.
Getting there
- Located near the summit of Mount Kinshōzan.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
岐阜県大垣市赤坂4610 Open in Google Maps
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