Overview
Daiun-in is a temple of the Tendai school located in Tachikawa-cho, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture. Its mountain name is Kenkozan and its temple name Toryu-ji, and it enshrines Amida Nyorai as its principal image. Known as the 33rd station of the Chugoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage, it is a venerable old temple with deep ties to the Ikeda family, lords of the Tottori Domain. Standing in a quiet corner of the former castle town of Tottori, it offers travelers a calm moment where prayer meets the atmosphere of a temple rich in history.
Highlights
- ●Amida Nyorai, the principal image enshrined at this Tendai temple
- ●The 33rd (final) station of the Chugoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage
- ●Deep ties to the Ikeda family, lords of the Tottori Domain
- ●A dignified temple bearing the names Kenkozan Toryu-ji
History
Daiun-in belongs to the Tendai school and bears the mountain and temple names Kenkozan Toryu-ji. It is known for its deep connection to the Ikeda family, lords of the Tottori Domain. Its principal image is Amida Nyorai. As the 33rd, and thus the final, station of the Chugoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage, it has long drawn many worshippers as the conclusion of the pilgrimage route. The temple has walked alongside the history of Tottori, which flourished as a castle town, and its ties to the ruling family convey its prestige to this day. For details of its founding and buildings, checking the temple's or Tottori City's official information will deepen your visit.
Access
The temple is in Tachikawa-cho, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture (around 35.49°N, 134.24°E), in the city's central district. It can be reached from Tottori Station on the JR San'in Main Line, with car, bus, or taxi convenient from the station. Combining a visit with a walk through the castle town streets is recommended. For visiting hours and parking, please confirm in advance with the temple or Tottori City's official information.
Best season
The temple can be visited year-round, but spring to early summer, when the grounds' greenery is beautiful, and autumn, when the foliage enhances the temple's charm, are especially recommended. Those walking the Chugoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage may wish to spend unhurried time here as its final station. Winters are cold, so dress warmly. Please check official information for event schedules.
Map
35.4922, 134.2449 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Head from Tottori Station to Daiun-in in Tachikawa-cho
- 2Pray before the principal image Amida Nyorai and tour the grounds
- 3Spend unhurried time as the final station of the pilgrimage
- 4Stroll the castle town streets and nearby sights of Tottori
Did you know?
💡 Daiun-in is the 33rd station of the Chugoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage, meaning it marks the 'kechigan,' or completion, of the pilgrimage. For pilgrims it is a special temple that concludes the journey. Its ties to the Ikeda family, lords of the Tottori Domain, link the history of the castle town of Tottori with the temple's prestige today.
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