「Spiritual protection temple」
Location: Yodenji Temple, Higashikagawa, Kagawa Prefecture
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~Yodenji Temple's Middle Gate (Bell Tower Gate)~
Yodenji Temple is the main mountain of Shingon Buddhism, which is said to have been opened by Gyoki in the 11th year of Tenpei (739). It is designated as one of the 88 inner temples of Shikoku and is visited by about 200,000 worshippers a year. It is very famous as a "temple to ward off evil" and is also a standard spot for first visits.
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Yoda Temple is a special head temple of the Shingon sect, which is said to have been opened by Gyoki in Tenpyo 11 (739). It is designated as the Okunoin in 88 places in Shikoku and is visited by about 200,000 worshipers annually. It is very famous as a "temple to prevent evil" and is also a standard spot for the first visit.