Daikō-ji explained

Daikō-ji
Location:Mitoyo
Coordinates:34.1022°N 133.7192°W
Religious Affiliation:Shingon
Deity:Yakushi Nyorai
Country:Japan
Year Completed:742

Daikō-ji (大興寺) is a Shingon Buddhist temple in Japan. It is the 67th site of the Shikoku Pilgrimage.[1]

History

The history starts in 742 when Daikō-ji was built. In 792, Kūkai visited the temple. In 822 the temple was rebuilt under Emperor Saga.[1]

The temple used to be also a Tenai and Shingon Buddhist temple. The statue of Acala at the temple is built using the Tendai style.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Temple 67, Daikōji. June 29, 2024 . Shikoku Tourism. en.
  2. Web site: Temple 67, Daikōji. June 29, 2024 . Shikoku Tours. en.