Tatsueji Temple

Japanese name： 立江寺

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Main Image Seated Enmei Jizo Bosatsu (Koyasu Jizo) Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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Description

The principal image of Tatsueji, Temple No. 19 on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, is an Enmei Jizo Bodhisattva statue approximately 1.9 meters tall. Affectionately known as Koyasu Jizo, it attracts worshippers praying for safe childbirth and the well-being of children. Temple tradition says that Gyoki made a small golden Jizo image at the command of Emperor Shomu to pray for Empress Komyo's safe delivery, and Kobo Daishi later carved a larger statue and enclosed the small image inside it. The principal image survived a fire in 1974 and is enshrined in the main hall rebuilt in 1977. The hall's colorful painted coffered ceiling is another attraction. Tatsueji is also known as the 'Great Checkpoint of Shikoku' on the pilgrimage.

Basic Information

Spot ID 9012

Temple / Site Tatsueji Temple

Visiting Area Main Hall

Visiting Status Worship possible in main hall (stamp-office hours 8:00–17:00; confirm interior viewing on site)

Address 徳島県小松島市立江町字若松13

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