Myōtai-ji Temple

What it is

• A Nichiren-shu temple, founded in 1295.
• Its mountain name is Otani-zan.
• One of four sacred sites of Myokenji.
• Founded by Nichizo, a grandson in dharma of Nichiren.

What to see

• Shaka Nyorai statue, made in 1635.
• Shaka Nehan-zu painting, from the Momoyama period.
• These are cultural properties of Minamiechizen Town.

When to go

• Myojinkai (Shichifukujin Festival) on Respect for the Aged Day.
• Festival originated from prayers during the Tenmei famine.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.