Daiji-ji, Buddhist temple in Tome, Japan
Daiji-ji is a Buddhist temple in Tome featuring traditional Japanese architectural design centered around a five-story pagoda. The grounds serve as a place where monks and community members gather for religious practices and contemplation.
The temple was founded in 1429 by Matsudaira Chikatada as a new Buddhist center for the region. It later became the family temple of the powerful Matsudaira and Tokugawa clans, raising its status considerably.
The five-story pagoda stands as a cultural landmark recognized by Japan as an Important Cultural Property, representing the architectural ideals of medieval Buddhist temples. Visitors can observe how this structure shaped local religious and artistic traditions that remain visible today.
The temple is accessible on foot and welcomes visitors for religious observances and tours during daylight hours. It is best to dress modestly and show respect for the ongoing spiritual activities at the site.
In 1560, Tokugawa Ieyasu sought shelter here after a military defeat and faced a critical moment. The chief priest intervened to prevent a ritual act that would have ended his life, changing the course of regional history.
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