Yasaka-ji
📍 Ehime, Joruri-cho Yasaka 773 · Matsuyama
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
7:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Yasaka-ji is a historic temple known as the 47th pilgrimage site of the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temple Circuit. Located within Matsuyama city, it is blessed with a serene environment where many visitors come seeking peace of mind. Cherished as a valuable pilgrimage site within an urban area along the Shikoku pilgrimage route, it stands as an important place of pilgrimage for those following the footsteps of Kobo Daishi. The temple grounds are well-maintained, providing an accessible environment for worship. It remains a warm-hearted temple beloved by the local community.
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