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Shiromineji Temple

Shiromineji is dedicated to Senjyu Kannon Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshwara. It is the 81st temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Shiromineji is known as a foundational temple of both Kobo Daishi of the Shingon Sect and Chisho Daishi Enjin of the Tendai Sect. Mt. Shiramine, where it is located, is said to be the home of Sagamibo, a tengu long-nosed goblin who has appeared in a wide variety of literary worksThis temple was built to protect the imperial tomb of Emperor Sutoku and is famous for its beautiful scenery in the season of colored leaves.

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Shiromineji is dedicated to Senjyu Kannon Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshwara. It is the 81st temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Shiromineji is known as a foundational temple of both Kobo Daishi of the Shingon Sect and Chisho Daishi Enjin of the Tendai Sect. Mt. Shiramine, where it is located, is said to be the home of Sagamibo, a tengu long-nosed goblin who has appeared in a wide variety of literary worksThis temple was built to protect the imperial tomb of Emperor Sutoku and is famous for its beautiful scenery in the season of colored leaves.