Buddhist temple
Nago-ji
那古寺（なごじ）
Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture
A temple of the Chisan school of Shingon in Nago, Tateyama, whose principal image is Senju Kanzeon Bosatsu. The temple officially states that it has long welcomed pilgrims as a temple of Kannon pilgrimage.
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: Senju Kanzeon Bosatsu
History and things to know
According to the temple's record of its history, in the Nara period Gyōki is said to have carved a Senju Kannon from sacred wood obtained from the sea and installed it as the principal image. The official guide states that the Kannon hall, which serves as the main hall, fell in the great earthquake of Genroku 16 (1703) and was rebuilt between the Hōei and Shōtoku eras.
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)
- 那古寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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