Japan's oldest temple dedicated to safe childbirth, founded in 858 by imperial decree of Emperor Montoku. The temple's name — meaning 'untying the sash' — comes from the legend that Emperor Montoku's consort prayed here and safely gave birth to the future Emperor Seiwa. The half-seated Jizo Bosatsu is an Important Cultural Property. Both Empress Emerita Michiko and Empress Masako received a prayer…
Obitokedera Temple is traditionally said to have been founded in 858 (the second year of Ten'an) by imperial decree of Emperor Montoku. According to legend, Emperor Montoku's consort prayed to the temple's Jizo Bosatsu for a safe childbirth and subsequently gave birth to the future Emperor Seiwa wit…
Safe Childbirth & Fertility
Safe delivery, conception, child protection. Traditions tied to Empress Jingu, Konohanasakuya-hime, Suitengu, and Kishimojin.
Derived from the enshrined deity "地蔵菩薩"
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