Kegon-ji, Buddhist temple in Ibigawa, Japan
Description
Kegon-ji is a Buddhist temple in the town of Ibigawa, Japan, set on a slope with several halls built in traditional timber style, stone lanterns, and tall old trees across the grounds. The complex unfolds over multiple levels, blending built structures with the surrounding forest.
History
The temple was founded in the late 8th century, when an emperor granted its name and designated it as the final stop on a long pilgrimage route through western Japan. This role shaped its importance over the centuries and drew countless travelers.
Culture
The site maintains a tradition involving three different stamps that pilgrims collect at separate locations, each embodying a stage in the Buddhist cycle of time. This practice ties the complex to the centuries-old pilgrimage network and gives every visit a spiritual dimension.
Practical
The site is reachable by bus from the nearest railway station, with the journey taking around half an hour. Those arriving by car will find enough space to park on the grounds.
Did you know?
At the entrance stands a bronze carp figure that pilgrims touch after completing their journey, as a symbolic act of cleansing. This custom closes the spiritual route with a tangible ritual.
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