Saimyo-ji Temple
最明寺 (美馬市)
Saimyo-ji Temple, founded in the 8th century, is a pilgrimage site known for its main hall and statues.
What it is
- A Shingon-shu Daikaku-ji school temple.
- Main deity is Sho-Kannon Bosatsu.
- Founded by Gyoki during the Tenpyo era (729-748).
- Known as 'Hagi-dera'.
What to see
- The main hall, rebuilt in 2024.
- Homa-do hall enshrines a seated Fudo Myoo statue.
- Treasure hall houses a wooden Amitabha Nyorai seated statue.
- Treasure hall houses a wooden Bishamonten standing statue.
When to go
- Mid-September for blooming Hagi flowers.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
徳島県美馬市脇町猪尻字西上野44 Open in Google Maps
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