Chogosonshi-ji
Attraction
4.5 (3962 reviews)
2280-1 Shigisan, Heguri, Ikoma District, Nara 636-0923, Japan
+81 745-72-2277
Did You Know?
Patron Deity
Chogosonshi-ji is famously associated with tigers, as its main deity, Bishamonten, is believed to have appeared to Prince Shotoku on the Day of the Tiger, at the Hour of the Tiger, in the Year of the Tiger.
Emaki Masterpiece
The temple is home to the Chogosonshi-ji Engi Emaki, a national treasure and one of Japan's most famous illustrated handscrolls, depicting the temple's miraculous origins and tales of Bishamonten.
Ancient Origins
While its founding is traditionally attributed to Prince Shotoku in the 6th century, the temple's current form and significant development date back to the early Heian period, particularly in the 900s.
Temple Lodging
Chogosonshi-ji offers shukubo (temple lodging) for visitors, allowing them to experience the serene atmosphere and participate in temple rituals, including morning prayers.
