Iwamotoji Temple

Temple

4.0

This temple belongs to the Chisan sect of Shingon Buddhism and is located in Shimanto Town in Takaoka County, Kochi Prefecture, and it is the 37th temple of the Shikoku 88-temple Pilgrimage. It is said that the Buddhist priest Gyoki founded it between 729 and 749, and it is known for its “seven wonders” that are associated with Kukai. There are principal images of five deities: Acala, Kannon, Amitabha, Bhaisajyaguru, and Ksitigarbha. The temple grounds contain the oldest hall with an enshrined statue of Kobo Daishi, as well as 575 ceiling paintings that adorn the main hall, constructed in 1978.

Spot details

Address: Kouchi Pref. Takaokagunshimantochou Shigekushimachi 3-13
Area: Shimanto River / Ashizuri Area
Phone: 0880220376
Hours: [Basic opening hours for worship] 7:00-17:00
Closed: Not available
Fees: [Admission fee]Free
Parking Lot: Available(20spaces)
Credit Card: Available(VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, DISCOVER, Diners Club)
Smoking: Available
Wi-Fi: Available
Vegetarian Menu: Available
Halal certified: Available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Not inside the hall

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Such a colourful temple

Reviewed : 2021.12.24

Beautiful temple, its so colourful and well kept. Make sure to check out the ceiling in the main hall, its gorgeous! There are some facilities on site if needed, washroom, dining room, laundry etc.
第３７番札所

Reviewed : 2021.11.06

第３７番札所岩本寺この日最後のお寺、夕方に近いということもあり境内は少し閑散としていましたが門前は若干パリピっぽい雰囲気もあって面白かったです。弘法大師ゆかりの七不思議の伝説もあるようですが何よりも天井画が見事。あまり時間はありませんでしたが時間の許す限り見て回りました。
ポップな寺院

Reviewed : 2021.02.24

窪川駅から徒歩10分弱。天平年間(729年-749年)創建の真言宗智山派の寺院。四国八十八箇所霊場の第三十七番札所。本尊は不動明王、観世音菩薩、阿弥陀如来、薬師如来、地蔵菩薩。ずいぶんと開かれた寺院であり、石段には「LOVE & PEACE」「WELCOME TO...