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Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture
At a Glance
The 11-faced Kannon statue was carved by surviving retainers of the defeated Kono clan in 1600 to honor their fallen warriors. The Kono once controlled all shipping on the Inland Sea.
The daishi-do hall bristles with elaborate tile dragons and a rare winged beast over the porch. Legend says the dragon's eyes glow when it spots someone with bad intentions.
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The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place
What this place is believed to grant
Fascinating facts about this place
The 11-faced Kannon statue was carved by surviving retainers of the defeated Kono clan in 1600 to honor their fallen warriors. The Kono once controlled all shipping on the Inland Sea.
The daishi-do hall bristles with elaborate tile dragons and a rare winged beast over the porch. Legend says the dragon's eyes glow when it spots someone with bad intentions.
The temple houses the oldest surviving copper name slip on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, discovered in 1924 by an American professor. It's the first documented use of the word 'henro' (pilgrim).
After being destroyed by warfare in the Sengoku period, Enmyo-ji was rebuilt in the early 17th century.
Seasonal celebrations and special occasions
Kirishitan Stone Lantern
A highlighted stone lantern associated with hidden Christian worship at the temple.
Dragon by Hidari Jingoro
A 5-meter-long dragon carving highlighted as a notable temple feature.
Kannondo
A hall housing a Juichimen Kannon statue and noted for a Keicho-era pedestal inscription.
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