Shinsyo-jiHistory and origin of
In the "Tosa Diary" (Ki no Tsurayuki) it is located on a hill overlooking the Muroto Cape written as "Murotsu Minato" and locally referred to as "Tsu-dera". Kobo Daishi, realized that the shape of the mountain was similar to the gem that Kshitigarbha has, and carved the Enmei Jizo-bosatsu as the principal image. The principal image is also referred to as Kajitori Jizo (steering Jizo) and a miracle legend record when the Tosa clan lord Yamauchi Kazutoyo was saved from marine disaster in Keichō year 7 (1602) remains.
Shinsyo-jiDetailed information of
| Denomination | Shingon Buzan sect |
|---|---|
| Principal image | Enmei Jizo-bosatsu (Kajitori Jizo) |
| Temple foundation | Kobo Daishi |
| Foundation | Daido year 2 (807) |
| Address | 〒781-7102 2652-i, Murotsu, Muroto-shi |
| Telephone | 0887-23-0025 |
| Parking | |
| Pilgrim's lodging | None |