Iwaya-ji

📍 Shimane, Izumo · 653 Hinoamisaki, Taisha

📿 Goshuin Info

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Fee

Direct-write

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Pre-written

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Iwaya-ji is an ancient temple standing on the cliff face of Hinoamisaki, a truly hidden sanctuary. It is a rare temple hall utilizing a natural rock cave and holds a long history as a sacred site of Shugendo mountain asceticism. Standing on cliffs where rough waves crash, it creates a sacred space truly unified with nature. The sense of accomplishment from reaching it through a difficult path is incomparable, and visitors can experience a special time that purifies the soul.

Benefits

maritime safetyhealing from illnesswarding off evilfulfillment of wishesgood fortunespiritual cultivation

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