Taima-dera Temple
Taima-dera Temple
Taima Temple traces its origins to a temple established in 612 by Prince Maroko, following the teachings of his elder brother, Prince Shotoku.
The principal object of worship is the National Treasure “Taima Mandala,” which represents the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
According to legend, the mandala was woven in a single night by Princess Chujo, who had taken vows at Taima Temple, with the aid of Kannon Bodhisattva.
Statue of Princess Chujo
Princess Chujo was a granddaughter of Fujiwara no Fuhito.
It is said that she took vows at Taima Temple and, with the aid of Kannon Bodhisattva, wove the Taima Mandala—the principal object of worship at Taima Temple—in a single night.
Signboard of Taima Temple
From the ordinary national road
Nio Gate (Eastern Main Gate)
The Kongorikishi statue on the left is currently undergoing restoration at the “Nara Historical and Artistic Culture Village” in Tenri City.
You can see a large “waraji” (straw sandal) that has been dedicated.
Bell Tower
In the background, you can see Mount Futakami.
The peak on the right is Odake (Male Peak), and the one on the left is Medake (Female Peak).
The main hall
West Pagoda (Three-Story Pagoda)
Inner Sanctuary & Bell Tower Gate
Sumo Museum
It’s situated along the route between Kintetsu Taima-dera Station and Taimadera Temple.
The Taima Kehaya Mound
Located in front of the Sumo Museum, the Taima Kehaya Mound marks the site of Japan’s earliest sumo match, as recorded in the Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan).
According to the Nihon Shoki, sumo originated during the reign of Emperor Suinin (the 11th emperor of Japan). A legendary bout took place in his presence between Nomi no Sukune and Taima no Kehaya to determine the strongest in Japan.
There was a nostalgic ranking chart (banzuke).
The yokozuna listed were Kitanofuji, Wajima, and Kotozakura.
Hakuho is one of the tourism ambassadors of Katsuragi City.
A teppo post is provided.
It is used by sumo wrestlers for strength training.
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