Overview
Saishō-ji is a temple of the Nichiren sect located in Tamura-otsu, Nankoku City, Kochi Prefecture. Its mountain name is Tenkōzan and its cloister name is Myōkokuin, and its principal image of worship is the Jikkai Mandala (Mandala of the Ten Realms).
Highlights
- ●A Nichiren-sect temple bearing the mountain name Tenkōzan and cloister name Myōkokuin
- ●The Jikkai Mandala enshrined as its principal image
- ●A lineage tracing to Chōmyō-ji in Kyoto as its former head temple
- ●Its place within the Tasshi hōen lineage group
History
The temple's former head temple was Chōmyō-ji in Kyoto, and it belongs to the Tasshi hōen lineage group. As a temple carrying on Nichiren teachings, it has been rooted in the Tamura area of Nankoku City.
Access
The temple is located in Tamura-otsu, Nankoku City, Kochi Prefecture. Since road conditions and public transport schedules in the area can change, it's advisable to confirm the latest access details through Nankoku City's official tourism information before visiting.
Best season
The temple can be visited throughout the year, though the mild climate of spring or autumn makes it easier to explore the grounds at a relaxed pace.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Make your way to the temple grounds in Tamura-otsu, Nankoku City
- 2Pass through the temple gate onto the grounds
- 3Offer a quiet prayer before the Jikkai Mandala
- 4Take a slow walk around the grounds for a peaceful moment
Did you know?
💡 The mountain name “Tenkōzan,” the cloister name “Myōkokuin,” and its lineage tracing back to Chōmyō-ji in Kyoto as its former head temple all point to the temple's historical position within the Nichiren sect.
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