Yoshimine-dera Temple
Founded in 1029 by the priest Gensan, Yoshiminedera was bestowed imperial rank by Emperor Go-Ichijo in 1034. It is the 20th temple on the Saigoku Kannon pilgrimage. |
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Hexagonal sutra hall at
Yoshiminedera Temple. |
The herbal baths at the temple are said to be beneficial for neuralgia sufferers, as is praying to Kannon at the main hall; hence Yoshimine-dera's nickname, "Neuralgia Temple." |
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Above Yoshiminedera. |
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Cherry-blossom above
Yoshimine-dera Temple. |
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A pilgrim walks down to the main hall.
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Yoshiminedera Temple hondo and courtyard.
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Chinese lay Buddhist Fu Daishi (Jp: Fu Kyu),
inventor of revolving sutra shelves. |
