Iko Temple
📍 Tokushima, Yoshino River City · 150 Hisamune, Yamakawa-cho, Yoshino River City, Tokushima
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
True to its name, this temple has long been revered for protecting medicine and health. We have witnessed many suffering from illness seek healing of body and mind here. A special place where medical knowledge and Buddhist compassion intertwine, it continues to be trusted by countless people.
Benefits
Medical protectionHealth and longevityHealing of illness