An ancient Shingon Omuro-branch temple founded in 806 in Yoshida, Munakata City, by Kukai (Kobo Daishi) immediately after his return from Tang China. As the jinguji (shrine-temple) of Munakata Taisha, it served as the spiritual pillar of Munakata faith during the era of syncretic Shinto-Buddhism. Many visitors come here together with a visit to Munakata Taisha. As one of the first temples Kukai fo…

Chinkokuji Temple is said to have been founded in 806 by Kukai (Kobo Daishi) shortly after his return from Tang China, making it one of the first temples he established in Kyushu. It played a pivotal role in spreading Shingon esoteric Buddhism throughout the region. Founded as the jinguji (shrine-te…