A Shingon temple near the summit of Mount Kanayama in Ota, a sacred site adjacent to Kanayama Castle ruins.\nWith tradition that Kobo Daishi Kukai practiced here, it holds deep Daishi worship.\nMount Kanayama at 239m offers renowned panoramic views across the Kanto Plain.\nKanayama Castle, selected among Japan's 100 Famous Castles, shares its history with the temple.\nFrom the main hall, views extend beyond Ota to distant Mount Tsukuba and even Tokyo skyscrapers on clear days.\nMonthly Kobo Daishi fair days on the 21st feature goma rituals, drawing worshippers.\nA miniature Shikoku 88-temple pilgrimage route on the grounds offers easy ohenro experience.\nSpring cherry and autumn foliage seasons bring many visitors combining Kanayama hiking with worship.\nA popular spot as part of historical exploration courses alongside Nitta clan heritage sites.\nA Daishi worship temple continuing as a spiritual anchor for Ota citizens as a mountaintop sacred site.