Daishō-in

The temple complex includes various pavilions, halls, and hundreds of Buddhist statues positioned along stone stairways overlooking the Seto Inland Sea.

Founded in 1656 by Tsunahiro Mōri, Daishō-in served as administrator of Itsukushima Shrine until the separation of Shinto and Buddhist practices in 1868.

The temple contains a sand mandala created by Tibetan monks and features 88 icons representing temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage within its cave structure.

Located five minutes from Itsukushima Shrine and fifteen minutes from the ferry terminal, the temple opens daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM without admission fees.

Metal wheels inscribed with sutras line the temple stairs, offering visitors the opportunity to receive blessings by spinning them while ascending.

Location: Hagi

Inception: 1656

Founders: Tsunahiro Mōri

Website: http://www.haginet.ne.jp/users/daishoin.temple/

Part of: Chūgoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage

Website: http://haginet.ne.jp/users/daishoin.temple

GPS coordinates: 34.39542,131.39136

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:51