Buddhist temple
Mano-ji
真野寺（まのじ）
Minamibōsō, Chiba Prefecture
A temple in Kubo, Minamibōsō, whose principal image is the Fukumen Senju Kannon, and in whose main hall Asahi Kaiun Daikokuten is also enshrined. It is also fondly known as Mano Daikoku.
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: Fukumen Senju Kannon
History and things to know
According to temple tradition, it is said to have been founded by Gyōki in Jinki 2 (725) with Senju Kannon as its principal image. In Jōgan 2 (860) Jikaku Daishi Ennin is said to have carved a statue of the form of Daikokuten that appeared in the morning sun, and after a fire in Ken'ei 1 (1206), Hōjō Yoshitoki is said to have built the temple buildings on the present site.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
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)
- 真野寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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