The 58th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, a mountain sanctuary in Tamagawa-cho, Imabari, enshrining Senju Kannon (the Thousand-Armed Bodhisattva). Standing at approximately 300 meters above sea level overlooking Lake Tamagawa, on clear days the view extends far across the Seto Inland Sea. According to legend, when Kobo Daishi visited he praised the site as a realm where immortal sages might dwell…

Senyuji Temple is traditionally said to have been founded in 673 CE by imperial decree during the reign of Emperor Tenji. Originally known as 'Senyuzan Mitsugon-in,' it was established to enshrine Senju Kannon (the Thousand-Armed Bodhisattva of Compassion) as its principal image. During the early He…