Overview
Maebashi Yakuyoke Daishi is a temple of the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism located in Shimo-Masuda-cho, Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. Its formal name combines the mountain name Imamiya-san, the in-title Renge-in, and the temple name Masuda-ji, and it is officially introduced as 'Maebashi Yakuyoke Daishi Renge-in.' The principal image enshrined is Sho Kannon.
Highlights
- ●Formal name Imamiya-san Renge-in Masuda-ji, popularly called Maebashi Yakuyoke Daishi
- ●Belongs to the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism
- ●Principal image enshrined is Sho Kannon
- ●Located in Shimo-Masuda-cho, Maebashi City
History
Belonging to the Chizan school of Shingon Buddhism, the temple carries several traditional titles — the mountain name Imamiya-san, the in-title Renge-in, and the temple name Masuda-ji — reflecting the layered naming conventions common to Japanese Buddhist temples. Locally it is widely known by the popular name Maebashi Yakuyoke Daishi, a name used alongside its formal title in official information.
Access
The temple is located in Shimo-Masuda-cho, Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. For up-to-date transportation and parking information, check the temple's official website or other official sources before visiting.
Best season
As its popular name 'Yakuyoke Daishi' (Daishi for warding off misfortune) suggests, temples known for yakuyoke prayers commonly see many visitors around the New Year period or at personal milestones when people traditionally seek such blessings. Consider timing your visit around your own purpose for going.
Map
36.3494, 139.1595 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Enter through the temple gate and take in the grounds
- 2Pay respects at the main hall enshrining Sho Kannon
- 3Look for information describing the temple's mountain name, in-title, and temple name
- 4After exploring the grounds, stroll around the surrounding Shimo-Masuda area
Did you know?
💡 Despite carrying three formal names — the mountain name Imamiya-san, the in-title Renge-in, and the temple name Masuda-ji — the temple is best known locally simply as Maebashi Yakuyoke Daishi. Its principal Buddhist image is Sho Kannon.
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