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Kabusanji

Osaka · Takatsuki · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 高槻 神峯山寺

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WHAT TO DOKabusanji

It claims to be the first sacred site of Bishamonten in Japan.

WHEREOsaka

Hokusetsu · Takatsuki

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It claims to be the first sacred site of Bishamonten in Japan.

About this place

Kabusanji is a Tendai-sect temple in Takatsuki, Osaka. Its mountain name is Konponzan. It has three principal images: Bishamonten, Tobatsu Bishamonten and Sojin Bishamonten. It is said to be the first sacred site in Japan where Bishamonten was enshrined. The main hall also enshrines the Sho Kannon, the principal image of Temple No. 14 of the New Saikoku 33 Pilgrimage. It is known as a famous spot for autumn leaves. The precinct belongs to Osaka Prefectural Hokusetsu Natural Park and has been selected as one of the Osaka Midori 100 Selections.

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Founded:697 (traditional) Blessings:Wealth luck

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