Jōruri-ji, Buddhist temple in Matsuyama, Japan.
Description
Jōruri-ji is a Buddhist temple in Matsuyama serving as the 46th station on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route, housing Yakushi Nyorai, the healing deity, along with statues of Nikko and Moonlight Bodhisattva. The grounds contain multiple structures arranged across a spacious landscape with mature trees.
History
The temple was founded in 708 and underwent major restoration work in the early 9th century, followed by a devastating fire in 1715 that necessitated extensive reconstruction. This rebuilding period shaped the site into its current form.
Culture
The temple grounds hold stone relics that are woven into local traditions about seeking protection for journeys and safe passage.
Practical
The temple is accessible by bus from Matsuyama Station in about 40 minutes, with complimentary parking for private vehicles. The grounds are well-marked and straightforward to navigate for most visitors.
Did you know?
An ancient Ibuki juniper tree that has stood for over a thousand years grows on the grounds, officially protected as a Natural Monument of Matsuyama City. This tree serves as a silent witness to centuries of pilgrims and visitors passing through the temple.
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