閼伽井嶽薬師, Buddhist temple on Mount Akai in Iwaki, Japan
The temple stands on Mount Akai, offering views across the city of Iwaki with ancient cedar and cypress trees surrounding the main buildings.
The temple holds 1200 years of history and belongs to the Shingon Buddhist sect, receiving special mountain temple status within the organization.
During the summer festival on August 31 and September 1, mountain priests walk barefoot over hot ashes in a ritual fire ceremony.
Visitors can reach the temple within 16 minutes by car from Iwaki Central Interchange, with parking facilities available for both regular and large vehicles.
The temple maintains a designated natural monument, the Dragon Lantern Cedar tree, which stands as a symbol of local heritage.
Location: Iwaki
GPS coordinates: 37.09494,140.81036
Latest update: March 22, 2025 17:15
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