Oki Kokubun-ji

Oki Kokubunji stands on the island of Okinoshima with its original cornerstones of the main gate and central hall remaining as structural elements.

The temple was constructed in 741 as part of Emperor Shōmu's initiative to establish Buddhist monasteries and nunneries in every province of Japan.

The temple grounds contain a statue of Shakyamuni Tathāgata and serve as a center for Buddhist practices and religious ceremonies in the region.

The temple welcomes visitors from March 15 to November 20 between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with an entrance fee of 300 yen for adults.

The temple's geographic position at 36 degrees north latitude makes it one of the northernmost provincial temples established during the Nara period.

Location: Okinoshima

Address: 島根県隠岐郡隠岐の島町池田風呂前5番地

GPS coordinates: 36.22435,133.30737

Latest update: March 8, 2025 02:20