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Negoroji

Kagawa · Takamatsu · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 根香寺

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Negoroji
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WHAT TO DONegoroji

A mountain temple on the circuit, carrying the legend of the ushi-oni. Also famous for autumn colour.

WHEREKagawa

Takamatsu · Takamatsu

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A mountain temple on the circuit, carrying the legend of the ushi-oni. Also famous for autumn colour.

About this place

Negoroji is a Tendai-sect independent temple in Nakayamacho, Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture. Its mountain name is Aominesan and its subtemple name is Senjuin. The principal image is Senju Kanzeon Bosatsu. It is Temple No. 82 of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Principal image mantra: On bazara tarama kiriku sowaka Goeika (pilgrim's hymn): Yoi no ma no tae furu shimo no kienureba ato koso kane no gongyo no koe Standing on Aomine, the main peak of the Goshikidai plateau, the temple is 357.9 m above sea level. It is famous for autumn foliage, and during that season its parking lot is congested.

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Founded:Early Heian period (traditional) Shrine rank:Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, Temple No. 82 Designation:Important Cultural Property Blessings:Warding off evil

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