Buddhist temple
Matsuo-ji (Azumino)
松尾寺（安曇野）（まつおじ）
Azumino, Nagano Prefecture
A temple of Kōyasan Shingon-shū in Hotaka-Ariake, at the foot of the mountains of Azumino, whose mountain name (sangō) is 鶴王山. Its principal image is Yakushi Nyorai, and around May the wisteria and peonies in its grounds are at their best.
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 object of worship: Yakushi Nyorai
History and things to know
According to the official guide, the main hall is said to have been built in 1528 and was designated a national Important Cultural Property in 1959. The hall enshrining the principal image, Yakushi Nyorai, is called the Rurikōden, and this name is also written on its goshuin (temple seal). The guide states that visitors may see inside the hall on request.
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)
- 松尾寺（安曇野）「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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