Ryozen-ji Temple
Ryozen-ji Temple
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Suebru_12
Cairns, Australia78 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
If you catch the train the route to Ryozen-ji is not immediately obvious - nothing in English. The temple is lovely and being the first temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage it is quite busy with pilgrims getting organised for their trips. The shop at the temple has everything a pilgrim could want and stocks the book in English Shikoku Japan 88 Route Guide which is invaluable if you plan to do any temple hopping. The lanterns in the temple are beautiful.
Written May 22, 2013
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maymay1215
Tokyo, Japan26 contributions
Sep 2019
only few people there. since it was so hot day, very calm and I had a relaxed time in there. temple is always as it should be.
Written September 18, 2019
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Easytravel88
Hong Kong, China182 contributions
Feb 2016 • Family
This temple is the No.1 temple on the list of 88 temples where pilgrims must visit in Shikoku. It is one of the oldest Japanese Buddhism temples in Japan. The structures are mainly built of wood set out around a small pond.
Written March 28, 2016
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Bl_luke
Saitama12 contributions
This is the temple where the 88 Shikoku temple pilgrim starts. It has lots of interesting statues, and the lantern inside the temple are wonderful. It is definitely worth visiting even if you've been to other temples before.
In front of it there are stores which sells everything people need to do the pilgrimage. It's really interesting.
In front of it there are stores which sells everything people need to do the pilgrimage. It's really interesting.
Written August 19, 2014
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Joni H
Singapore, Singapore1,801 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
It is not v far from Tokushima but you need to walk 10-15 mins after alighting from Bando station. Though the temple is quite nice in terms of architecture, we were a little disappointed as the place is rather small and don’t have a lot to offer. Nonetheless this is an important place being the first stop of the 88 pilgrimage temple route..on our way back to the station, we caught some glimpses of the sunset in this rather quiet residential town.
Written December 21, 2018
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Nonnapn
Manila, Philippines491 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Ryozenji is temple 1 and where most henro start off. The grounds are a bit cluttered but charming nonetheless. You can "practice" your set of rituals here -- bell ringing, candle and incense lighting, sutra chanting, etc. You can also buy all the gear you would want to be properly attired as a henro. The ladies in the shop are all helpful, can speak some english and will recommend what you would need for your walk.
Written November 12, 2018
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tinasr426
Orem17 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
This is the first temple to visit of Shikoku 88 temple. It is simple but beautiful. The woodwork on the temple seems detailed, and the atmosphere is so calming. I felt very refreshed after visiting here. If you like the historical buildings and Japanese culture, you would like this place too. I loved it!
Written January 4, 2018
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Lara N
Takamatsu, Japan145 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
This is the first temple on the 88-temple Shikoku pilgrimage, and is well worth a visit, even if you do not plan on doing the entire trek. The temple grounds are fairly small, but beautifully landscaped with a koi pond in the middle. This is the place to go for all of your "o-henro goods," or supplies for the pilgrimage, from white clothes to walking stick, prayer beads to maps of the temples.
Written January 2, 2017
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clarksm67
Fernie, Canada119 contributions
Mar 2016
As the 1st Temple of my Henro Pilgrimage it holds a special place in my heart. Just a short walk from Bando train station. There are 2 stores where you can buy Henro gear. Its a beautiful temple.
Written November 2, 2016
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Stephanie V
17 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
this temple is the first and last temple about the Shikoku 88 temples where pilgrims must visit. If you are going by train, take off Bando station and go out of the station and directly on the left on the small road, continue until you can see it on your right. It's not far from the station but no indication in English so if you don't have wifi connection, it may take time.
This temple is really a beautiful peacefull place. when you're in, there is a small pond, very nice. there is also a pagode. a place you really should go to see
This temple is really a beautiful peacefull place. when you're in, there is a small pond, very nice. there is also a pagode. a place you really should go to see
Written August 28, 2016
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How do I get there using public transportation from Takamatsu Airport?
Written April 2, 2019
Greetings of love, dear Lara. I arrive into Takamatsu Airport on April 11, 2019 at 9:15 am. What to do next to get closer to Ryonzen-ji, where I can begin the Shikoku Henro? What would be the best way of transportation to the first temple?
Yours kindly,
Providence Gutierrez
Written March 31, 2019
At Takamatsu JR Station, take a JR train bound for Tokushima. Get off at Itano station and transfer to the Kotoku line, also headed towards Tokushima. Get off at Bando station which is nearest Ryozen-ji. The temple is about a 10 minute walk away and there will be signs directing you from the train station. Ganbatte!
Written April 3, 2019
Unfortunately there is no Hotel nrarby to stay. I could not found one. So I stayed one of hotel nearby JR Naruto station.
Written May 10, 2017
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