Konsen-ji

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Konsen-ji
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“【History of the temple】 The temple was built and named Konsenji by Gyoki by order of Emperor Shomu (reigned 724-749). At that time, the principal image of the temple was a 91 cm. tall statue of Shaka Nyorai (the Historical Buddha). Gyoki placed statues of Amida Nyorai (the Buddha of Limitless…”
— shikoku-tourism.com
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Smithsonian MagazineSep 29

Japan's Smallest and Least-Populated Major Island Is a World of Pilgrimages, Delicious Food and Plenty of Forest Bathing

Each year, more than 100,000 people hike at least part of a 750-mile route on Shikoku that connects 88 Buddhist temples and other sacred sites

Third temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route

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