Kongōchō-ji (Temple 26) is situated on a hill above Cape Muroto, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific. Founded by Kōbō Daishi in the 9th century and dedicated to Dainichi Nyorai, it is strongly connected to the sea, where Daishi is said to have performed rituals to calm the waters. Highlights include its main and Daishi halls, a treasure hall with ancient artefacts, the expressive “Five Hundred Arhats” statues, and a sacred well linked to Daishi. The temple’s quiet atmosphere, shaped by ocean breezes and open vistas, gives pilgrims a sense of both solemnity and openness.
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