Matsuo-dera, Buddhist temple in Izumi, Japan.
Matsuo-dera temple features a distinctive architectural design with multiple halls, including a main golden hall and meditation spaces situated on mountainous terrain.
Founded in 672 by En no Gyoja, the temple underwent reconstruction in 1602 under Toyotomi Hideyori after its destruction during conflicts with Oda Nobunaga.
The temple maintains precious cultural artifacts, including the oldest known portrait of En no Gyoja and the significant Kujaku-kyo Mandala scroll.
Visitors can reach the temple via Nankai Bus from Izumi Chuo Station to the Matsuo-dera stop, followed by a seven-minute walk to the entrance.
A 700-year-old camphor tree, designated as a prefectural natural monument, stands 38 meters tall within the temple grounds.
Location: Izumi
Inception: 672
Founders: En no Gyōja
Part of: 33 pilgrimage sites of Izumi-saigoku, En no Gyōja Reiseki Fudasho, 南海沿線七福神
Address: 大阪府和泉市松尾寺町2168
Website: https://sensyu-matuoji.com
GPS coordinates: 34.43319,135.46319
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:52
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