Daishoin Temple
Hiroshima Prefecture · Japan
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Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Nestled at the base of Mount Misen on the sacred island of Miyajima, Daishoin Temple stands as a profound monument to the Shingon school of Buddhism. Founded in the year 806 by the legendary monk Kobo Daishi upon his return from…
Listen in the app2Niomon Gate — The Threshold of Protection
Our journey begins at the Niomon Gate, the traditional entrance that marks the boundary of the sacred precinct. This imposing wooden structure houses two fierce-looking guardian statues, known as Nio. …
Listen in the app3The 500 Rakan Statues — Individual Paths to Enlightenment
As we ascend the stone stairs, we are greeted by one of Daishoin's most remarkable sights: a sea of 'Rakan' statues. There are five hundred of these small stone figures, each representing an original disciple of the Buddha who…
Listen in the app4The Sutra Wheels — Rituals of Efficient Wisdom
Running along the central staircase of Daishoin is a row of metal spinning wheels, each inscribed with Buddhist scriptures or sutras. This is a fascinating ritual device known as a 'Mani' wheel. …
Listen in the app5Kannon-do Hall — The Compassion of the Eleven-Headed Goddess
Reaching the main level of the temple, we encounter the Kannon-do Hall, dedicated to Kannon, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. This hall houses a magnificent statue of the Eleven-Headed Kannon, a form that allows the deity to look…
Listen in the app6The Eternal Flame — A 1,200-Year-Old Spark
A short walk further into the complex leads to the 'Reikado' or Hall of the Spiritual Flame. Inside burns the 'Kie-zazu-no-hi,' a fire that is said to have been lit by Kobo Daishi himself when he practiced asceticism on Mount…
Listen in the app7Henjokutsu Cave — The Pilgrimage of 88 Temples
Our final stop within the complex is the Henjokutsu Cave, a dimly lit, atmospheric tunnel filled with rows of Buddhist statues. This cave serves as a condensed version of the famous Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our visit to Daishoin Temple and begin the descent back toward the village, the richness of the experience begins to settle. We have moved from the fierce protection of the Niomon Gate through a sea of unique Rakan…
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What is Daishoin Temple?
Daishoin Temple is a place in Hiroshima Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Hiroshima Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 34.2919, 132.3185 |
| Last updated |