Overview
The only temple among the Shikoku sacred sites with Bishamonten as its principal image.
About this place
Kichijō-ji (Japanese: 吉祥寺) is a temple belonging to the Toji School of Shingon Buddhism, located in Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture. Its formal mountain name is Mikkyozan, and its sub-temple name is Taizoin. The principal deity is Bishamonten (spelled "Bishamon-ten" at this temple). It serves as the 63rd pilgrimage site of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. It is the only temple among the 88 sites to enshrine Bishamonten as its principal deity. Mantra of the Principal Deity: Om beishira mandaya sowaka Pilgrimage Verse (Goeika): Cast aside the evil tidings harbored within your heart; pray, all of you, and hope for nothing but good fortune. Nokyo-in (Temple Seal): The Temple's Principal Deity (Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage Site #63; Shikoku [Toyo] Seven Lucky Gods)
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded：Konin era (traditional) Shrine rank：Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, Temple No. 63 Blessings：Wealth luck
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