Buddhist temple
Ishite-ji
石手寺（いしてじ）
Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture
Temple No. 51 of the Shikoku pilgrimage, near Dōgo Onsen, whose principal image is Yakushi Nyorai. In its grounds stand the National Treasure Niō Gate and the three-storied pagoda and main hall, which are Important Cultural Properties, among other buildings.
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: Yakushi Nyorai
History and things to know
According to temple tradition, it was founded in Jinki 5 (728) by Ochi Tamazumi, a powerful local figure of Iyo, by order of Emperor Shōmu, and in the following year Gyōki performed the eye-opening of the principal image. It was originally called Anyō-ji, but it is said to have been renamed Ishite-ji after it received a stone held in the hand of a child said to be the rebirth of Emon Saburō.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 石手寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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