Jan 10, 2014 - 1 min read

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Temple #6 of the Ohenro 88 temple pilgrimage

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Kongo Rikishi statue of the Main Gate

This pond is the main focal point when entering from the Main Gate

Purification fountain

Autumn colors percolating through the temple grounds

This carp is probably older than me

Happy Buhdda statue

Two story pagoda

Temple six in the Shikoku Ohenro pilgrimage is also known as the Temple of Everlasting Joy. Originally founded by Kōbō Daishi, it is said that that this is where he struck his staff into the ground and brought forth a hot spring. In the past, people would travel from all over Japan to wash and to take advantage of its curative properties. Unfortunately, the baths have long since disappeared, but the temple is still there and well maintained. To get there, catch a Kajiyahara bound bus from Itano or Tokushima Station and get off at Higashihara bus stop. From there it is about a 10 minute walk.

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