[Temple No. 38: Kongofukuji Temple | Cape Ashizuri, Kochi] "The southernmost sacred site in Shikoku, overlooking the Pacific Ocean"

[Temple No. 38: Kongofukuji Temple | Cape Ashizuri, Kochi]
"A sacred site overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the southernmost tip of Shikoku"

— Kongofukuji Temple, the 38th of the 88 Shikoku temples, is an impressive temple located on Cape Ashizuri.
It is said to have been founded by Kobo Daishi to pray for safety at sea and salvation for all living beings, and the majestic Pacific Ocean stretches out before it.
The entire Shikoku Pilgrimage is enveloped in a majestic atmosphere, and even among the temple grounds, this temple exudes a sense of the power of nature. ✨

📍 [Location & Access]
・Address: 214-1 Ashizurimisaki, Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture
・Access: Approximately 40 minutes by car from downtown Tosashimizu / Approximately 3 hours from downtown Kochi

⏰ [Offering Hours]
・7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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🙏 [Principal Deity]
・Thousand-Armed Kannon Bodhisattva

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✨ [Highlights]
・Main Hall and Daishi Hall → Majestic appearance in harmony with the cape's natural surroundings
・The vast ocean of Cape Ashizuri → The temple grounds offer a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean.

・The legend of "Kameyobaba," associated with Kobo Daishi
・The spaciousness of the temple grounds and its harmony with nature are impressive.

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🎒 Tips
・Combining this with a visit to Cape Ashizuri is recommended (there is also a lighthouse and observation deck nearby).
・A car is essential for access, but after visiting, we recommend enjoying Tosashimizu bonito dishes. 🐟
・The sea breeze can be strong, so bring a jacket to stay warm.

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