Japan's first victory shrine, founded in 587 on the very spot where Prince Shotoku defeated Mononobe no Moriya — the lowest of the Three Taishi
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587
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Temple
Founded 587
1439 years
Overview
Daishokatsugunjin is one of the Three Taishi Temples of Kawachi, founded in 587 where Prince Shotoku defeated Mononobe no Moriya — Japan's first victory shrine. A statue of Prince Shotoku stands in the grounds, and the Nyoirin Kannon is a key artifact of early Japanese Buddhist art.
Origins
Founded in 587 at the site where Prince Shotoku defeated Mononobe no Moriya. Venerated as one of the Three Taishi Temples of Kawachi, known as the 'Lower Taishi.' A historically significant temple that marked the starting point of the prince's promotion of Buddhism.