Japan's first esoteric Buddhist temple, founded in 806 by Kukai (Kobo Daishi) upon his return from Tang-dynasty China. Notable features include a 10.8-meter wooden seated Buddha (one of Japan's largest), a five-story pagoda, and an underground tunnel representing the path from Hell to Paradise.
Tochoji was founded in 806 CE (Daido 1) by Kukai (Kobo Daishi) upon his return from Tang-dynasty China, making it the oldest esoteric Buddhist temple established by Kukai in Japan. The name Tocho—"esoteric teachings spread long to the east"—reflects the founder's missionary vision for transmitting S…
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Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "千手観音菩薩・福岡大仏（木造千手観音坐像）"
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