Temple 54: Enmeiji

Enmeiji, also called “The Temple of Long Life” has been at its current location since 1727. Prayers for health and a long life are given here.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — Pilgrims leave their staffs here while they pray. Modern ohenro may have Elmo characters attached to theirs.

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — Note the phoenix in the overhead arch.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — Jizou in remembrance of lost children.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — A very fierce looking Myou.

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — A well-weathered marker for the way.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — And some more modern markers too.

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