Ishite-ji Temple

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The 51st temple on the 88-temple Shikoku Pilgrimage, this temple is associated with Kūkai, the founder of Shingon Buddhism. It features many highlights, including the Niomon Gate and Three-Storied Pagoda, both designated as Important Cultural Properties.

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Highlights51st Temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage
Niomon Gate (Designated as an Important Cultural Property)
Three-Storied Pagoda (Designated as an Important Cultural Property)
Temple associated with Kūkai (Kobo Daishi)
Main Hall enshrining Yakushi Nyorai Buddha

Basic Information

Address: 2-9-21 Ishite, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ehime

Access: About a 10-minute walk from Ishitegawa Koen Station on the Iyo Railway Gunchu Line Show route

Op.Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Open every day

Fee: Adult: ¥500, Child: ¥300

INFO: Free parking is available.

HP: http://www.nehan.net/

Overview

Ishite-ji Temple is a Shingon-shu Buzan-ha sect temple located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture. It's the 51st temple on the famous 88-temple Shikoku Pilgrimage and is said to have been founded by Kūkai, also known as Kobo Daishi, making it a temple with a history stretching back to the Heian period. Due to its historical and cultural significance, Ishite-ji Temple houses numerous structures designated as Important Cultural Properties. The Niomon Gate, built during the Kamakura period, is particularly striking, featuring imposing Nio statues. The Three-Storied Pagoda, rebuilt in the Edo period, boasts a vibrant crimson color. The main hall houses a Yakushi Nyorai Buddha statue and welcomes many worshippers. Several locations within Ishite-ji Temple are associated with Kūkai. These include a cave where he is said to have practiced asceticism and a well he allegedly used during his visits. Ishite-ji Temple is a wonderful place where history, culture, and nature harmoniously coexist. If you're on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, be sure to visit Ishite-ji Temple.

Ishite-ji Temple

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