Tenno-jiHistory and origin of
Opened by Gyoki but had fallen into ruins. Afterwards, Kobo Daishi gained spiritual inspiration by a spring near Yasobajo connected to Yamatotakerunomikoto, and carved the Eleven-faced Kannon as well as Amida Nyorai and Aizen Myōō and revived the temple. Former Emperor Sutoku who had abdicated was sent to this area after losing at the battle of Hōgen and passed away, and to calm the imperial spirit, it was established and appointed the separate temple of the Emperor Sutoku Shrine. Initially was named Manishuin but since it was called locally as "Tenno-san" (emperor), in Meiji year 20 (1887) renamed to Tenno-ji.
Tenno-jiDetailed information of
| Denomination | Shingon Omuro sect |
|---|---|
| Principal image | Eleven-faced Kannon |
| Temple foundation | Gyoki Bosatsu |
| Foundation | Tenpyo period (729-749) |
| Address | 〒762-0021 1713-2, Tenno, Nishinoshocho, Sakaide-shi |
| Telephone | 0877-46-3508 |
| Parking | |
| Pilgrim's lodging | None |