Shirominiji

📍 Kagawa, Kagawa · 2635 Aomi-cho, Sakaide

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

7:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Available

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About

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

History

Byakko

Shirominiji, nestled on Shiromi Mountain in Aomi-cho, Sakaide City, is an ancient temple of great spiritual power serving as the eighty-first station of the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temple Pilgrimage. It is also known as a temple dedicated to the memory of Emperor Sutoku, who was exiled to Sanuki during the Hogen Rebellion. Located at an elevation of 280 meters, it offers spectacular views overlooking the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. The temple grounds, where historical significance and natural beauty harmonize, deeply soothe the hearts of visitors. Not only pilgrims walking the pilgrimage route, but many seeking peace of mind visit and purify their hearts in the quiet atmosphere of this mountain temple.

Benefits

fulfillment of wisheswarding off misfortunehealing from illnessfamily safetyacademic successhealth of body and mindbringing good fortune

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