Sennyu-ji Temple Gate

The view from the Senyu-ji Temple gate is a breathtaking panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea and Imabari City. As you slowly make your way up the rural road, you'll be greeted with a view that stretches out before you, and beyond the steep slope lies the Senyu-ji Temple, the 58th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. From the temple grounds, you can also see the Imabari International Hotel and the Shimanami Kaido. The changing colors of the flowers and the statue of the Nyorai Kannon riding on clouds welcome you in every season. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful view that has been carefully preserved by human hands.

The Senyu-ji Temple Gate in Imabari City is a charming tourist spot where history and nature intersect. This place, founded by the decree of Emperor Tenji, allows you to feel its deep history by climbing the stone steps. You can also feel the breath of the times from the ancient trees and historic sites scattered around the approach. In addition, from the precincts, you can enjoy the scenery of Imabari City and the Seto Inland Sea in all four seasons. Come visit the legendary sacred site of Senyu-ji Temple Gate.

At Senyu-ji Temple's mountain gate, there are statues of Abosennin and wooden carved Fudo Myo-o. The figure of Abosennin, who spent 40 years maintaining the temple, and the Fudo Myo-o statue enshrined in the small hall next to the main hall cannot be missed. In addition, the powerful Nio statues will solemnly welcome visitors. Why not spend a refreshing moment at this place where history and art intersect?

At the gate of Senyu-ji Temple, there is a unique experience of walking on sand, which is specific to the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Walking on the gravel stimulates the pressure points on the soles of your feet and is said to be good for your health. In addition, there are many boat-shaped stone Buddhas and sand walking areas around Senyu-ji Temple, which are believed to have the same benefits as actually completing the pilgrimage. If you want to refresh your mind and body, please come and visit.

The charm of Senyuji Temple gate is the four seasons of flowers that can be seen from the hilltop. Cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, lotuses and hydrangeas in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and plum blossoms in winter can all be enjoyed. It's a spot where you can be healed by the beauty of nature and feel at peace. In addition, you can feel that human hands are maintaining this view because trees are being cut down around the approach. Come and visit Senyuji Temple gate where you can enjoy the natural beauty and spectacular views of the four seasons.