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The 80th Shikoku Pilgrimage temple, founded 741 by Emperor Shomu's decree, with Nara-period stone foundations still in place
JR国分駅から徒歩10分
香川県高松市国分寺町国分2065
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The 80th temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, Kokubunji enshrines Yakushi Nyorai and is one of the provincial temples founded by imperial decree of Emperor Shomu in 741. During the Nara period it boasted a grand complex including a seven-story pagoda, and the original stone foundations from that era remain in place on the grounds today. Kukai (Kobo Daishi) is said to have visited and practi…
Sanuki Kokubunji was founded in 741 (the 13th year of Tenpyo) as one of the provincial temples established throughout Japan by decree of Emperor Shomu. During the Nara period, the temple is said to have featured a magnificent seven-story pagoda and a grand complex of buildings, serving as a center f…
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "薬師如来"
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