Kameiyama Hokoin Daiganji Temple

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Kameiyama Hokoin Daiganji Temple

Countless cultural treasures await at this spiritual power spot in Miyajima.

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Located next to Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima, this ancient Shingon Buddhist temple is a revered spiritual spot. While the temple's founding date is unknown, legend has it that the monk Ryokai revitalized it during the Ken'nin era (1201-1204). The principal deity enshrined here is Itsukushima Benzaiten, one of Japan's three major Benzaiten deities known for bringing blessings of prosperity, business success, traffic safety, romantic fulfillment, and honed skills. On the temple grounds visitors will also find a pond dedicated to the Itsukushima Dragon God, a messenger of Benzaiten.

Step into the hall to find a number of different Buddha statues on display, including four designated as Important Cultural Properties by the nation. Among them is the Yakushi Nyorai Seated Statue, said to be the oldest Buddha statue on Miyajima, attributed to the founder Kobo Daishi. Other notable statues include the Shaka Nyorai Seated Statue, the Anan-sonja Statue, and the Kasho-sonja Statue. In front of the main hall stands the statue of Binzuru Sonja, a popular healing Buddha believed to cure ailments when touched.

Kameiyama Hokoin Daiganji Temple is a must-visit power spot on Miyajima, offering glimpses into deep spiritual enrichment and cultural insights.

Highlights

  • Ancient Shingon Buddhist temple next to Itsukushima Shrine.
  • Principal deity: Itsukushima Benzaiten, known for various blessings.
  • Home to numerous Buddha statues, including four Important Cultural Properties.

Photos

  • Main Hall: Enshrining Itsukushima Benzaiten.

    Main Hall: Enshrining Itsukushima Benzaiten.

  • Goma Hall: Located next to the main hall.

    Goma Hall: Located next to the main hall.

  • The Itsukushima Dragon God, a messenger of Benzaiten, is also enshrined here.

    The Itsukushima Dragon God, a messenger of Benzaiten, is also enshrined here.

Official FAQs

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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

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Sorry, we don’t.

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Do you have temple’s red ink stamps?

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Yes.

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Are coin lockers available?

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Not available.

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Details

Name in Japanese
亀居山放光院大願寺
Postal Code
739-0588
Address
3 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima
Telephone
0829-40-2070
Closed
Open every day
Business Hours
8:30am - 5:00pm
Admission
Free
Access
About a 10-minute ride on the JR West Miyajima Ferry or the Miyajima Matsudai Kisen Ferry from JR Miyajimaguchi Station or Hiroshima Electric Railway Hirosima-Miyajimaguchi Station. Then, about a 15-minute walk from "Miyajima Sanbashi" (Miyajima Pier).
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