Jisonin Temple
Until the late 1800’s, women were not allowed to worship at Koyasan. Jisonin, a temple on the way to Koyasan, welcomed female devotees. Today, it is known for the thousands of breast-shaped offerings hung around the temple and grounds, to pray for women’s health.
- Area
- Koyasan
- Category
- History / Tradition /Culture
- Travel Inspirations
- World Heritage Sites in Wakayama
This attraction on sample itineraries
- Choishimichi, the traditional trail to Koyasan! Walk the path of prayer trodden by Kukai
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General Information
- Address
- 和歌山県伊都郡九度山町慈尊院832
- Telephone Number
- +81-(0)736-54-2214
- Directions
- From Kudoyama Station on the Nankai Koya Line, get off at "Jisonin-mae"
From the Wakayama Kita Interchange on the Hanwa Expressway, take Prefectural Road 139, National Route 24, and Prefectural Road 13, 109 towards Katsuragi/Kudoyama for approximately 33.7 km.
- Website
* Facility information is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
