The 13th temple of the Chichibu 34 Kannon Pilgrimage, beloved as the "Eye Deity Temple."
Enshrining Sho Kannon, it draws visitors from across Japan especially for eye-healing blessings.
The Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai in the Yakushi-do hall is worshipped as the Buddha of eye diseases.
A "megusuri" (eye-wash) tree planted in the grounds symbolizes eye health prayers.
The Edo-period main hall is designate…
Founding unknown, but one of the older temples among the Chichibu pilgrimage sites.
With Sho Kannon as principal image, it was counted among the 34 Chichibu temples
in coordination with the Bando 33 circuit.
The "Eye Deity" faith derives from a tale of a pilgrim with eye disease
who was healed after…
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "聖観世音菩薩・薬師瑠璃光如来"
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