Ido-jiHistory and origin of
It started when, in the latter half of the 7th century, a provincial governor was stationed and Emperor Temmu (reign 673~686) built this as an imperial prayer dojo. The principal image is the seven Buddha of Bhaiṣajyaguru seated figure which the main principle image being Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai, and in Kōnin year 6 (815) Kobo Daishi came to worship these statues of a noble character. While Kobo Daishi was in the middle of training in Shikoku, when he impacted the priest's staff, water sprang out, and it was named "Ido-ji". (Legend) It is said that if you glance in the "Omokage no ido" (image well) which is connected to Daishi, and you see yourself reflected, that you are in good health.
Ido-jiDetailed information of
| Denomination | Shingon Zentsu-ji sect |
|---|---|
| Principal image | Seven Bhaiṣajyaguru |
| Temple foundation | Emperor Tenmu |
| Foundation | Hakuho year 2 (673) |
| Address | 〒779-3118 80-1 Kitayasiki, Kokufucho ido, Tokushima-shi |
| Telephone | 088-642-1324 |
| Parking | |
| Pilgrim's lodging | None |