Sanuki Kokubun-ji

What makes this place special?

At a Glance

Sanuki Kokubun-ji is a historic Buddhist temple in Takamatsu, Kagawa, and Temple 80 of the Shikoku 88 pilgrimage. Founded in 741 and linked to Gyōki, it preserves major cultural assets and stands on the site of the former provincial temple.

Ancient Curious Temples Historic Important Cultural Property Pilgrimage

Why you should go

1

Sanuki Kokubun-ji is linked to the Buddhist priest Gyōki, a prominent figure associated with many early Japanese temples.

2

For pilgrims unable to complete all 88 temples, Sanuki Kokubunji offers a shortcut: 88 stone steles representing each temple stand on the grounds, allowing visitors to symbolically complete the journey in one stop.