Chogosonshiji
奈良県
Head of the Shigisan Shingon school where Prince Shotoku received Bishamonten's aid — famed for tiger effigies and a National Treasure scroll
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587
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近鉄信貴山下駅からバス「信貴山」下車徒歩10分
奈良県生駒郡平群町信貴山2280-1
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The head temple of the Shigisan Shingon sect, spread across the mountainside of Mt. Shigi, its origin lies in the legend that Prince Shotoku received the protection of Bishamonten (Vaisravana) during his campaign against Mononobe no Moriya. Because Bishamonten is said to have appeared in the year, day, and hour of the Tiger, the tiger has become the symbol of faith here. Large papier-mache tigers …
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Origins
According to tradition, Chogosonshi-ji was founded in 587 by Prince Shotoku, who received the divine protection of Bishamonten during his campaign against Mononobe no Moriya. After his victory, he enshrined the deity on this mountain. Bishamonten is said to have appeared in the year, day, and hour o…
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Derived from the enshrined deity "毘沙門天王"
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