Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage – Temple No. 6
The First Temple Stay for Pilgrims

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Final check-in is at 6:00 PM. Please contact us if you will arrive late.
Curfew is at 9:00 PM. Please refrain from going out after this time.
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Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage – Temple No. 6

Onsen-zan Anraku-ji Temple was named by Kobo Daishi after a sacred spring believed to heal all illnesses once flowed here.The temple features many highlights, including the main deity Yakushi Nyorai (the Buddha of healing), the Kongoho Hall depicting the life of Kobo Daishi, and the sacred Saka Pine, known for warding off misfortune.It is also the first temple lodging encountered on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage and has welcomed pilgrims for over 400 years. Relax and refresh in the sacred waters blessed by Yakushi Nyorai, and ease your travel fatigue while reflecting on the temple’s long history.

Highlights of Anraku-ji Temple

History of Anraku-ji Temple

Kobo Daishi discovered a sacred spring at this site and built a hall here because of its deep connection to Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha of healing, who is believed to protect people from illness.
The temple is also known as a place for warding off misfortune, home to the sacred Saka Pine, said to have been planted by Kobo Daishi himself after it protected him from a hunter’s arrow.

During the Azuchi–Momoyama period, Anraku-ji was designated as an Ekiro-ji, a temple officially appointed to offer lodging and meals to pilgrims and travelers when no inns existed in Awa Province.
Today, Anraku-ji remains the only Ekiro-ji among the 88 temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage.

Temple Grounds & Facilities

The Main Hall enshrines Yakushi Nyorai, the principal deity of the temple. Other highlights include the Daishi Hall and Shoryo Hall, which house Buddhist statues by renowned sculptor Myokei Matsumoto, as well as the sacred Saka Pine, known for warding off misfortune.

At the Tahoto Pagoda, the sand from all 88 temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage is buried in the surrounding base. By walking once around the pagoda, visitors can experience Osuna-fumi, a symbolic pilgrimage believed to offer the same spiritual merit as completing the full Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage.

Explore the Temple Grounds

Temple Lodging Rooms & Facilities

The temple lodging offers three types of rooms: Shoin, Kodo, and New Wing.
Shoin features traditional Japanese-style rooms facing a garden, Kodo offers Western-style rooms with beds, and the New Wing includes both Japanese- and Western-style rooms.
The lodging also provides a comfortable lobby and a coin-operated laundry with dryers, ideal for pilgrims and long-term guests.
Experience the temple’s history and culture, and enjoy a peaceful stay at a relaxed pace.

Buddhist Prayer Experience

Guests may join a Buddhist prayer service in the Main Hall, a unique temple lodging experience. ※Optional
※Evening prayer may not be available due to temple events.
Guests can also view Buddhist statues and treasures in areas normally closed to the public.

View Guest Rooms

Communal Bath

The bath at Anraku-ji Temple is said to have been discovered by Kobo Daishi in the Heian period and has long been revered as a sacred gift from Kobo Daishi and the principal deity, Yakushi Nyorai.
For over 400 years, it has continued to soothe the fatigue of pilgrims and travelers.
As you bathe, please take a moment to appreciate the blessings of nature and the Buddha, and pray for good health and longevity. ※Depending on the number of guests, you will be guided to either the large public bath or the small bath.

Bathing Hours: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM ※Hours may vary depending on the day.
Amenities: Rinse-in shampoo, body soap, hair dryer

※Please note that razors, combs, moisturizing lotion, and other amenities are not provided.

Temple Lodging Meals

Dinner and breakfast are available in the dining hall for guests staying at the temple lodging.
If you wish to have meals, please reserve a meal-included plan.
Dinner features dishes such as tempura, simmered foods, and Tokushima’s local specialty Sobagome-jiru, a soup made with buckwheat grains and vegetables.
※Menu items may vary depending on the season.

※We are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions or special meal requests. Thank you for your understanding.
※For guests with dinner and breakfast included, dinner is served at 6:00 PM and breakfast at 7:00 AM. Times cannot be changed.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Fees (Charged per room)

3–1 days before	50% of the accommodation fee
On the day of arrival	100% of the accommodation fee
No-show (no contact)	100% of the accommodation fee

●Important Notes Regarding Cancellations: Cancellation fees may apply depending on when the cancellation is made.
Please refer to your reservation confirmation email or booking details for information on when cancellation fees begin to apply.
Cancellation fees are charged according to our policy or the terms of your selected accommodation plan. If a fee applies, please follow the payment instructions provided by the temple.
Please note that canceled reservations cannot be reinstated unless a new booking is made.

●No-Show Policy: In the event of a no-show without prior notice, the reservation will be canceled by the temple and a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the accommodation fee will be charged.

Access

Access by Train

Get off at Itano Station on the JR Kotoku Line → Take a Tokushima Bus bound for Kajiyahara → Get off at Higashihara Bus Stop → About a 7-minute walk

Access by Car

From Kobe area: Take the Takamatsu Expressway, exit at Itano I.C. → Prefectural Route 12 → Prefectural Route 139
From Ehime area: Take the Tokushima Expressway, exit at Donari I.C. → National Route 318 → Prefectural Route 139

Nearby Attractions

Naruto Whirlpools (Approx. 35 min by car)

One of Tokushima’s most famous attractions, where you can witness powerful natural whirlpools up close. Visitors can enjoy the view from sightseeing boats or the Onaruto Bridge promenade.
Otsuka Museum of Art (Approx. 40 min by car)

A unique art museum featuring approximately 1,000 life-size ceramic reproductions of Western masterpieces from 26 countries around the world. It is especially popular with international visitors, as many exhibits allow commemorative photos.
Awa Odori Kaikan (Approx. 40 min by car)

A cultural facility where you can enjoy Tokushima’s famous traditional dance, Awa Odori, all year round. Visitors can also join interactive dance experiences.
Awagin Bizan Ropeway (Approx. 40 min by car)

A scenic viewpoint overlooking Tokushima City. Easily accessible by ropeway and popular for its beautiful daytime and nighttime views.
Ryozen-ji Temple (Approx. 20 min by car)

Temple No. 1 of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage and the starting point of the pilgrimage journey.
Tokushima Central Park & Tokushima Castle Ruins (Approx. 30 min by car)

A historic park built around the ruins of Tokushima Castle, offering a pleasant walk where nature and history meet.