40 Onzanjitani, Tano-cho, Komatsushima City, Tokushima Prefecture
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¥500
Onzanji Temple, also known as Temple No. 18 on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, is located in Komatsushima, Tokushima. Accessible by a 40-minute bus ride from JR Tokushima Station followed by a 10-minute walk, this temple is deeply connected to Kobo Daishi's mother. Originally a women-forbidden temple, Kobo Daishi prayed for its abolishment to welcome his mother, Tamayori Gozen. Key highlights include Tamayori Gozen's tonsure site, the hall dedicated to her, and the serene atmosphere of the temple grounds. Visitors can explore the historic buildings and experience the spiritual ambiance of this mountain temple. The temple offers free parking for cars, microbuses and large buses.