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Myoon-ji Temple

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Myoon-ji Temple is an ancient pilgrimage site with important statues and a unique Fudo Myoo.

Myoon-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Ancient temple founded in 665 or 676.
  • Belongs to the Shingon-shu Daikaku-ji school.
  • Main deity is Amida Nyorai.
  • One of the oldest temples in Sanuki Province.

What to see

  • Main deity Amida Nyorai, said to have escaped fire.
  • Fudo Myoo enshrined here is called Yumemi Fudo.
  • Kannon statue supervised by sculptor Kitamura Seibo.
  • Wooden seated Amida Nyorai statue is an Important Cultural Property.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

香川県三豊市豊中町上高野1986番地 Open in Google Maps

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