Yakuri-ji (八栗寺) is a Buddhist temple in Japan. It is the 85th site of the Shikoku Pilgrimage.[1]
Yakuri-ji | |
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Religion | |
Deity | Sho Kanjizai Bosatsu |
Location | |
Location | Takamatsu |
Country | Japan |
Architecture | |
Founder | Kūkai |
Completed | 829 |
History
editThe temple was founded by Kūkai in 829, Yakuri-ji was completely destroyed during the invasion of Shikoku, but the main hall was rebuilt in the 1590s.[2][3]
References
edit- ^ "Temple 85, Yakuriji". Shikoku Tourism. Retrieved July 1, 2024.
- ^ "Temple 85, Yakuriji". Shikoku Tours. Retrieved July 1, 2024.
- ^ "Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage 85th Sacred Spot, Yakuriji Temple". Experience Takamatsu. Retrieved July 4, 2024.