Taihō-ji Temple
大宝寺
Taihō-ji Temple is a historic site with Japan's oldest wooden building, offering a glimpse into ancient architecture.
What it is
- Founded in 701 by Ochi Iyomori Tamoki.
- Named after the year of its founding.
- Belongs to the Shingon-shu Buzan-ha sect.
- Served as a prayer temple for Matsuyama domain lords.
What to see
- Main hall is Ehime Prefecture's oldest wooden building.
- Main hall is a designated National Treasure.
- Main hall interior is in late Heian period Amidado style.
- Main image is a seated Amitabha Nyorai statue.
- Several nationally designated Important Cultural Properties are housed here.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
〒790-0062 愛媛県松山市南江戸五丁目10番1号 Open in Google Maps
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