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Uwajima, Ehime Prefecture
At a Glance
Farmers bring miniature sandals and ceramic figures of their cows and horses to the Kachikudo hall, praying for livestock safety. In recent years, pet owners and even fighting bull breeders come to pray here.
Butsumoku-ji is dedicated to Dainichi Nyorai, the principal deity of the temple.
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The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place
What this place is believed to grant
Fascinating facts about this place
Farmers bring miniature sandals and ceramic figures of their cows and horses to the Kachikudo hall, praying for livestock safety. In recent years, pet owners and even fighting bull breeders come to pray here.
Butsumoku-ji is dedicated to Dainichi Nyorai, the principal deity of the temple.
The temple's name literally means 'Buddha Tree Temple' because Kobo Daishi carved the main statue of Dainichi Nyorai directly into a living camphor tree, embedding the sacred jewel between its eyebrows.
The temple houses Japan's oldest statue of Kobo Daishi with a dated inscription inside, consecrated in 1315. The inscription was discovered within the statue itself, making it a rare historical treasure.
Seasonal celebrations and special occasions
Principal image illumination during New Year
The principal deity enshrined in the Main Hall is illuminated during the first three days of the New Year.
Annual Festival Day
The principal image of the Great Master is unveiled for public viewing on the temple's annual festival day.
Kachikudo blessings on the day of the Ox of Doyo
Blessings and prayers are offered in Kachikudo for the fulfillment of wishes of humans and animals.
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