Kokubun-jiHistory and origin of
One of the Kokubun-ji built all over the country on the imperial order of Emperor Shomu (reign 724-49). A statue of Gautama Buddha and a "large Prajnaparamita" presented by Emperor Shomu were housed, and a memorial tablet of Empress Kōmyō was enshrined in the main hall. Cornerstone of a tower and such have been excavated from the temple area and it has been designated as a historic site of Tokushima Prefecture. The garden decorated with a huge rock is a masterpiece, and was designated as a national scenic spot in 2000.
Kokubun-jiDetailed information of
| Denomination | Soto-shū |
|---|---|
| Principal image | Bhaiṣajyaguru |
| Temple foundation | Gyoki Bosatsu |
| Foundation | Tenpyo year 13 (741) |
| Address | 〒779-3126 718-1, Kokufucho yano, Tokushima-shi |
| Telephone | 088-642-0525 |
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| Pilgrim's lodging | None |