Kannon-jiHistory and origin of
The temple legend says that in Tenpyo year 13 (741), was built as an imperial prayer dojo by Gyoki Bosatsu at the time the 68 Kokubun-ji and Kokubun nunnery were built. It is also said that in Kōnin year 7 (816), Kobo Daishi visited this land and carved the principal image of Senjū Kannon and such, revived the temple and defined the current temple name. The Japanese styled layered Shoro-mon (gate with bell tower) facing the pilgrim road, is a stately style which shows the vestiges of the old times.
Kannon-jiDetailed information of
| Denomination | Kōyasan Shingon-shū |
|---|---|
| Principal image | Senjū Kannon |
| Temple foundation | Kobo Daishi |
| Foundation | Tenpyo year 13 (741) |
| Address | 〒779-3123 49-2, Kokufucho kannonji, Tokushima-shi |
| Telephone | 088-642-2375 |
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| Pilgrim's lodging | None |