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Motoyama-ji Temple

本山寺

Address: 香川県三豊市豊中町本山甲1445

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History

Motoyama-ji's origin account attributes its establishment to Kūkai in 807. The association describes its dedication to Batō Kannon and records that its five-story pagoda was rebuilt in 1910 after deterioration.

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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
National Treasure hall built in 1300, dedicated to Batō Kannon.
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Five-storied Pagoda
Pagoda rebuilt in 1910, enshrining the five Buddhas of the Womb Realm.
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Niō Gate
Late Kamakura gateway protected as an Important Cultural Property.
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Daishi Hall
Hall built in 1795, enshrining Kōbō Daishi and other Buddhist figures.
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Great Gate
A gateway moved from Okayama, used by pilgrims setting out toward temple 71.
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Bell Tower
Late seventeenth-century tower whose bell was recast after the war.
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Jūō Hall
Hall built in 1759, with the Ten Kings enshrined on its right side.
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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 on-site parking.

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Sources Shikoku 88 Sacred Sites Association

Motoyama-ji Temple

Collectible stamp

History

Explore the grounds

Main Hall

Five-storied Pagoda

Niō Gate

Daishi Hall

Great Gate

Bell Tower

Jūō Hall

Visiting information

Getting there