Buddhist templeWakayama

Jison-in Temple

慈尊院

Address: 和歌山県伊都郡九度山町慈尊院832

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History

Jison-in traces its origins to Kūkai establishing an administrative temple in 816. Its traditions concerning his mother, Tamayō Gozen, explain its longstanding connections with women visiting Kōyasan.

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Explore the grounds

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

Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.

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

Landmarks on this map

Miroku Hall
The temple main hall enshrines Miroku Bosatsu.
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Building 2
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Building 3
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Building 4
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Map sources & credits

Based on GSI aerial imagery © OpenStreetMap contributors Official grounds information

Visiting information

Check before you go

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

Opening hours

Published visiting hours are 08:00–17:00.

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Getting there

Kudoyama Station on the Nankai Kōya Line is about 20 minutes away on foot.

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Jison-in Temple

Collectible stamp

History

Explore the grounds

Miroku Hall

Building 2

Building 3

Building 4

Building 5

Visiting information

Opening hours

Getting there