Overview
Jūrin-ji is a temple of the Nichiren sect located in Mukaeda-cho, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, carrying the mountain name (sango) Juō-zan.
Highlights
- ●A Nichiren-sect temple said to have been founded in 1616
- ●A main hall carrying the mountain name Juō-zan
- ●A lineage that once looked to head temple Myōken-ji as its main temple
- ●A quiet setting in Mukaeda-cho, Miyoshi City
History
The temple is said to have been founded in 1616, giving it a history reaching back to the early Edo period; it formerly looked to the head temple Myōken-ji as its main temple.
Access
As the temple is located within Miyoshi City, public transport options may be limited, so it's advisable to check the latest access details with Miyoshi City tourism information beforehand.
Best season
Temple visits are possible throughout the year, but spring and autumn, when the heat of summer and any snow-affected roads in winter can be avoided, tend to make for an easier visit.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Check access from central Miyoshi City before heading to the temple
- 2Enter the temple grounds through the gate and pay a visit to the main hall
- 3Take in the temple grounds associated with the mountain name Juō-zan
- 4Stroll around the surrounding streets of Mukaeda-cho in Miyoshi City
Did you know?
💡 Carrying the mountain name Juō-zan and having once regarded the head temple Myōken-ji as its main temple reflects the kind of lineage links found among temples of the Nichiren sect.
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