Buddhist templeTokushima

Byōdō-ji Temple

平等寺

Address: 徳島県阿南市新野町秋山177番地

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History

Byōdō-ji's religious origin account describes Kūkai meditating here in 814 and making a vow connected with Yakushi Nyorai. The association identifies Yakushi as its principal deity and the site as pilgrimage temple 22.

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Sources Shikoku 88 Sacred Sites Association

Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Hall
Hall rebuilt in 1737, housing the temple’s Yakushi Nyorai.
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Daishi Hall
Hall dedicated to Kōbō Daishi, built in 1824.
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Visiting information

Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Getting there

The association lists free on-site parking. The published parking availability is 07:00–17:00.