Buddhist temple
Hashikura-ji
箸蔵寺（はしくらじ）
Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture
A temple of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism whose principal image, kept hidden from view, is Konpira Daigongen. It passes down a vow to save all people who use chopsticks.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Konpira Daigongen / Founding tradition: Kōbō Daishi
History and things to know
According to the temple's tradition, Kōbō Daishi founded it after receiving an oracle from Konpira Daigongen. The official explanation also describes the relationship between the Daigongen and General Kubira, one of the Twelve Divine Generals of Yakushi.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
This is a different temple from Kotohiragū in Kagawa Prefecture. Please check the temple's official access information for the route to Mt. Hashikura.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 箸蔵寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-16 確認）
- 箸蔵寺「金毘羅大権現について」（2026-10-16 確認）
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