【神社仏閣ひとり旅】JR外房線御朱印巡り３選[御朱印500名印(No.247～249)]
This time we headed south through Chiba Prefecture on the JR Sotobo Line. To Awa Kominato. I left Ikebukuro before 6am and arrived just after 9am. As soon as you exit the station building, there is a bus stop where you can wait for the community bus.
This is for Kamogawa Station. I almost rode by mistake. Dangerous. The community bus arrived late. I’m going for a ride. On the way, there is a bus stop at Tanjoji Entrance, but the bus goes to the back, so go one step further.
After getting off at Kominato Uoport bus stop, walk in the direction the bus went. Then, you will see the main gate on your left. We have arrived. “Somon” was located in the inn district along the old road. There were many people strolling around before checking out.
As you walk along the approach lined with many lanterns, you will arrive at the Niomon Gate. “Niomon” is the oldest building of Tanjoji Temple, built in 1706. The plaque with the name of the mountain, “Mt. Kominato,” was shining brightly. It miraculously survived the great fire of the Horeki era (1751-1764).
On both sides, Nioson are glaring at you. When you bow once in front of the Sanmon gate, you will see many lanterns hanging ahead. By the way, Tanjoji is a Nichiren sect temple. It is built on the birthplace of Nichiren Shonin, the founder of the Nichiren sect.
The precincts were larger than I expected and I took my time to explore them. As you walk along the approach, you will see Soshi-do Hall. Before heading to Soshido, stop at the Chozuya on the right hand side of the approach to cleanse your hands and mouth.
In addition, there was a permanent incense burner in front of Soshido. If there is an incense burner at a temple, I try to give them some incense. I paid 100 yen and had the incense sticks shared with me, and
Since there was a spark in the center of the incense burner, I placed the incense sticks there. It is said that Buddha eats the scent of incense sticks. “Soshido” was built in 1846 and is made entirely of zelkova. A statue of Saint Nichiren is enshrined here. The carvings on it are also wonderful.
I was able to receive the Goshudai inside the Soshi-do Hall. I visited in late February. Are the cherry blossoms blooming early next to “Soshido”? This Onigawara was damaged in 2015 and is on display. Next, go to the back of “Soshi-do” on the left and walk around the grounds.
Then, there was a distinctive tower in the back of “Zoshido.” This is the “Honshiden Hoto” which was completed in 1988. Apparently they use sandstone from India. Next to it is “Ryuo-do”. It enshrines the Eight Great Dragon Kings who protect Buddhism.
If you go further across the road to the back, you will find the quiet “main hall”. This building was built in 1991. It is said that a wooden seated statue of Saint Nichiren is enshrined here. When you return to the front of “Soshido” and look to your left, you will see “Jengyodo.”
The Jogyo-do Bodhisattva is enshrined in the Jogyo-do hall. It is said that by praying to the Purifying Bodhisattva while washing the body, earthly desires will disappear. Many people also pray for good health. Since health comes first, I also prayed.
On the right side of the approach to the shrine, towards the back of the Chozuya, there was Benten Pond. Benzaiten, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, is enshrined here. A panel showing the face was placed next to Benten Pond.
On the approach to the shrine, on the left in front of the chozuya, there is a statue of the young Nichiren saint. Furthermore, there is a path to the left. Beyond that is “Taizuka”.
A grave where a memorial service is held for the sea bream of Tainoura, which is said to be the incarnation of Nichiren Shonin. It seems that there is “Ota-do” ahead. I’m going up the slope. Ota-do Hall enshrines Ota Inari Daimyojin, which protects believers in the Lotus Sutra.
The hall was built in 1863 and renovated in 1978. The temple has a carving of a dragon writhing in the waves, and on the back is a carving of a fish swimming. When I looked back from the temple, I could see the sea of Kominato.
Enter the Niomon Gate and the bell tower will be on your right. Built during the Bunka era (1804-1818). The temple bell was given away during the war, and the current one was rebuilt in 1949. At the top of the stone steps on the left before the Niomon Gate is the Tanjo-do Hall.
The current hall was extensively renovated in 1983. The infant statue of Nichiren Saint enshrined in the hall is a small seated statue. It seems to be a little older than the bronze statue I introduced earlier.
On the left after entering the main gate is the Birth Water Well, which was used for the birth bath of Saint Nichiren. The large lantern on the right as soon as you enter the main gate is the “Great Lantern of Resurrection.” And this is the title I received that day.
In order to receive the Ozudai, you will need a special Ozudai book. Next, leave Tanjoji Temple and head to Tamasaki Shrine. There was no suitable bus, so I walked to the station. Head north along the national highway, full of the atmosphere of a fishing village. Head towards Kamogawa.
Awa-Kominato Station is on the north side of the national highway. Follow the directions. Awa-Kominato Station, a small station building, came into view. Then, on that day, local trains were delayed for more than 30 minutes due to strong winds. The express train arrived on time, so I decided to board it.
Limited express tickets could be purchased on board the train, but starting in March, all seats will be reserved. It took about 40 minutes, but I was able to move around in a comfortable seat. Get off at Kazusa Ichinomiya and head to Tamasaki Shrine, also known as Ichinomiya.
After exiting the exit in front of the ticket gate, head to the right, then immediately turn left and proceed. It was before 1pm and I was hungry. Then, I saw a strange shop in front of the torii gate, so I decided to go inside. It looks like a cafe in a reserved storehouse.
It seems to be famous for its shaved ice in the summer, but you can also enjoy oden and roasted sweet potatoes. I decided to have lunch with a set of 3 reasonably priced oden and salt musubi. Plus, the baked sweet potato looked delicious so I ordered it.
The oden is Shizuoka oden, which is simmered in a dark-colored soup stock. I got it started. Shizuoka Oden is delicious! The baked sweet potato is sweet and chewy. You can choose the size you like by selling by weight.
After filling my stomach, I resumed my tour of goshuin stamps. I will pass through the torii gate and disturb you. Tamasaki Shrine is an Ichinomiya shrine in Kazusa Province located in central Chiba Prefecture. “Ichinomiya” is a shrine rank that existed from the Heian period to the early Kamakura period.
Ichinomiya was considered the highest shrine in the area. By the way, currently all shrines are basically equal. The enshrined deity is “Tamayorihime no Mikoto”. In Nihon Shoki, it is “Tamayorihime no Mikoto.” In the Kojiki, it is written as “Tamayori Bihai”.
Enter the temple grounds from the east side and go north after going up a few stone steps. Then I saw a “Chozuya” so I stopped by. Wash your hands and mouth before joining hands in front of the shrine.
The date of its founding is unknown, but the annual September festival is said to have been held for 1,200 years, and is thought to have been held even before that. Bow once in front of the red torii gate and go up the stone steps.
Then, the distinctive black lacquered shrine building came into view. It is a Gongen-zukuri building built in 1687. The sculpture in front of the Noh play “Takasago” expresses marital love and longevity. By the way, “Gongen-zukuri” is an architectural style that connects the worship hall and the main shrine with a shrine.
In front of the shrine, we expressed our gratitude and joined hands to pray for world peace and for fewer disasters. Next, go to the left of the shrine building and go to the back until you reach the “main shrine”.
At the back of the worship hall is the “main hall” where the god is actually enshrined. I gently touched my hand nearby. It’s a nice black. There were also some carvings here. Next to the main shrine is the Nishiyama (barefoot path).
There is white gravel spread around the rocky mountain, and you can go around it once, but you have to take off your shoes and socks and go around it three times clockwise. Because I’m not healthy, the third lap was especially painful…
Before that, I visited the Hirotsune Memorial Monument and the Basho Haiku Monument. This is the Hirotsune Commemoration Monument. “Tsuneko Hirohiro” was a military commander in Kazusa Province. “Basho Haiku Monument”. It is said to have been created in the first year of Genroku (1688).
And on the west side of the precincts was the “Twelve Shrines.” During the Meiji period, shrines in Ichinomiya town were enshrined together and became the “Twelve Shrines.” There is also a carving on the front of this shrine. Next, I took a walk around the grounds to the right of the shrine building.
There is a sacred tree called “Isu” next to the Kagura hall. It is also called Nanja Monja. Kazusa Kagura is performed seven times a year at major festivals and regular festivals. “Chikaraishi” was used to show off the strength at the feet. From 1906.
Next to it is the “Tori Monument”. It seems like something that happened at the end of the Meiji era. In the back is the “Soul Hall.” Built in 1923. Go back a little on the approach to the shrine and stroll around the back of the “Chozuya” temple grounds.
“Ginkgo biloba for child-bearing and child-giving”. Male plants, female plants, and baby ginkgo trees are lined up. “Ripple stones” in front. A rock made up of fine stones and pebbles. There was also a precinct shrine in front of “Chozusha” so I said hello.
“Mitsumine Shrine.” It is famous for the shrine located in the mountains of Chichibu. There is a group called Mitsumine-ko, which was formed to worship at Mitsumine Shrine. The small shrine next to it looks like Inari Shrine.
Return to the torii gate on the east side and walk around the shrine grounds to the right of the approach. There was a place where you could share the “sacred water.” Next to it is “Jukoto Izumi”. It’s Suikinkutsu. As I got closer, I was able to enjoy the wonderful tones.
Finally, there was “Goyomatsu” near the entrance. The tree is estimated to be 150 years old. And this is the “February 2020 Monthly Goshuin (lucky charm/Setsubun)” that I received on the day. Information about the goshuin stamp is provided on the shrine’s official Instagram. Now, after Tamasaki Shrine, we will head to Chofukujuji Temple.
First, I returned to the original route and returned to Kazusa Ichinomiya Station. I will take a train bound for Chiba/Tokyo. The frequency of trains is 2-3 trains per hour. Next, I got off at Mobara station. Board the bus bound for Ushiku Station from Mobara Station South Exit ④ bus stop.
There are 1 or 2 trains per hour bound for Ushiku Station, Chonan Office, or Cardiovascular Disease Center. It takes about 20 minutes to get to Atagocho bus stop. Walk in the direction the bus was heading.
Then, you will see a stone guidepost on your right. When you enter there, you will see a gate in front of you. There are no crosswalks and visibility is poor, so be careful when crossing. Officially, it is “Sanzu River Head Gokuraku East Gate Rengedai Kami-Amida-bo Ohira-no-Yama Honjitsei-in Chofukuju-ji Temple.”
It is said to be the longest temple name in Japan. It was founded in the 17th year of Enryaku (798). It was founded at the imperial request of Emperor Kanmu. However, there are some modern and cute things here and there that make it fun.
I look forward to making a deep impression that children are welcomed as well. By the way, here is a map of the precincts. It’s really cute. This is the “hondo”. It is closely related to Enryaku-ji Temple on Mt. Hiei in Shiga, and when the current Konpon Chudo Hall on Mt. Hiei was rebuilt,
It was built using wood from the original Konpon Chudo Hall. The principal image is the “Wooden Seated Statue of Amida Nyorai”. In front of the main hall, I put my hands together to pray for peace for my family.
In front of the main hall is a pair of large statues that are not guardian dogs. On the left hand is Yuai, who is lucky in love. On the right hand is “Kichizou” who is lucky with money. I stroke Yoshizo-kun’s feet and make a wish.
Go around it clockwise and stroke each foot to pray. After that, I took a walk around the grounds from the right side of the main hall to the back. There is a “Lucky Bodhi Tree” at the very back, so walk towards it. Near evening on a weekday. It was a quiet precinct.
It is said to be a descendant of the Indian Bodhi tree where Buddha attained enlightenment. It seems that they are being carefully grown in a hexagonal greenhouse. There are various challenges in the temple grounds, but I tried throwing 100 yen to Yoshizou from the edge of the pond. As a result…
There was a large rest area for worshipers along the way. The atmosphere inside the room is nicer than I expected. I’m going to relax. There are other benches as well, making it suitable for people with weak legs.
When you return to the front of the main hall and look to your right, you will see “Jiju Inari”. Pray for “increase in annual income”, “good luck and promotion”, “prosperity in business”, etc. I visited in late February. I could see a few plum blossoms. Furthermore, there are “Gensandaishi” and “Doll Memorial Hall”.
“Gensan Daishi” is famous as a master to ward off evil spirits. The Gensandaishi statue is a wooden wooden statue donated in 1490 during the Muromachi period. This is the “Doll Memorial Hall”. So many dolls! If you are interested, please check the official website of the temple.
What I received this time was the “Bishamonten of warding off evil and good luck” goshuin. One of the “Great Good Luck! Seven Lucky Gods Goshuin”. There were various types of stamps. We also received “Yoshizou-kun’s Sparkling Goshuin Book.” A glittering goshuin book made of gold thread.
Today’s goshuin tour ends at Chofukujuji Temple. On the way home. Return to the previous bus stop and move to Mobara Station. There are no sidewalks and there is a lot of traffic, so be careful. The number of buses is about 1-2 per hour.
Once you arrive at Mobara Station, take the JR Sotobo Line to Chiba or Keiyo Line to Shinkiba. The number of trains is about 3-4 per hour. Thank you for watching until the end. Please be sure to subscribe to the channel and give us a high rating!
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