新長谷寺

The temple stands among the forested hills of Shikoku Island, featuring traditional Buddhist architecture with wooden structures and curved roofs that extend toward the sky.

Sankakuji Temple, number 65 of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, maintains the historical traditions established by Buddhist monk Kukai during the 8th century in Japan.

The temple houses the Juichimen Kannon deity and serves as a spiritual center where pilgrims perform traditional rituals and receive temple stamps in their books.

Visitors can access the temple between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM every day except Mondays, with dedicated parking facilities and restrooms available on the premises.

The temple marks a significant point along the 1,200-kilometer pilgrimage route, positioned 44.7 kilometers from Temple 64, requiring twelve hours of walking to reach.

Location: Shikokuchuo

GPS coordinates: 33.95944,133.50278

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04