Overview
Ankoku-ji Temple is a temple of the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism located in Shimotsuke City, Tochigi Prefecture. Its mountain name is Ioizan, and it enshrines Yakushi Nyorai (the Medicine Buddha) as its principal image. It is a temple where you can sense the atmosphere of history and faith in the quiet land of Shimotsuke.
Highlights
- ●Temple of the Shingon Chisan school
- ●Mountain name Ioizan
- ●Principal image Yakushi Nyorai
- ●Quiet temple grounds in Shimotsuke
History
Ankoku-ji belongs to the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism and bears the mountain name Ioizan. Its principal image is Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha said to heal illness, which well reflects the temple's character.
Access
The temple is located in Shimotsuke City. Please check maps and official information for detailed routes and visiting hours before setting out.
Best season
The daytime hours of spring and autumn, when the grounds are wrapped in a calm atmosphere, are recommended. It suits those who wish to worship slowly amid the quiet.
Map
36.4014, 139.8768 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Travel to Ankoku-ji from within Shimotsuke City
- 2Pass through the gate onto the grounds
- 3Worship before the principal image, Yakushi Nyorai
- 4Walk the grounds and take in the quiet
Did you know?
💡 The mountain name Ioizan ("Medicine King Mountain") refers to the temple's principal image, Yakushi Nyorai, who is revered as the Buddha of medicine and healing.
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