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Temple 46 of the Shikoku pilgrimage, a 'temple of flowers' founded in 713 with an ancient path to No. 47
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愛媛県松山市浄瑠璃町282
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The 46th temple of the Shikoku 88 Sacred Places pilgrimage. An ancient Shingon temple in Matsuyama City enshrining Yakushi Nyorai as its principal image, its tranquil grounds evoke the world of 'Joruri-ko' (the Pure Land of Medicine Buddha). Traditionally said to have been founded by Kobo Daishi, who carved the Yakushi Nyorai, with an alternative tradition crediting Gyoki. Known as the 'Flower Tem…
Jōruji Temple is traditionally said to have been founded in 713 CE (the 6th year of the Wadō era) during the Nara period. Two founding legends coexist: one attributes its establishment to the Buddhist monk Gyōki, while the other holds that Kōbō Daishi (Kūkai) carved the principal image of Yakushi Ny…
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "薬師如来"
Hours
Visiting hours 7:00 AM–5:00 PM (temple grounds open daily, no closed days).
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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