What is
"Rokugomanzan" culture?
Kunisaki developed a unique culture in which God and Buddha are intricately intertwined. This culture is called Rokugo Manzan culture.
Rokugo Manzan is a collective term for temples in Rokugo on the Kanto peninsula, many of which were said to be the incarnation of Usa Hachiman God. They are said to have opened in 718, before which the area belonged to the Shinto priest of Usa Hachimangu Shrine.
Among them, "Bokoji" flourished as a training dojo in Rokugo Manzan from the Heian period to the Kamakura period, and occupied the position of the general hospital of Rokugo Manzan in the Edo Period under the protection of the Kitsuki clan.
In Heisei 30 (2018), Rokugo Manzan will have 1300 years of rich history.
FUTAGO-JI
Built in 718 A.D. by Ninmon, Futago-ji Temple is situated in the central Kunisaki Peninsula. Two Nio Guardian figures consecrated at the main temple gate are the largest in all of Kunisaki and are said to be the most iconic, staple fixtures of this peninsula region.
Vast in number of colors and leaves, the autumn foliage spreading across the entire premises, along with the rich greenery in spring, makes this one of the top scenic spots in all of Oita. As of late, the temple location has been drawing a lot younger visitors for its mystic and spiritual notion and influence.
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offical website : http://www.futagoji.jp/
Worshiping time: (March to November) 8: 00 - 17: 00
(December - February) 8: 30 - 16: 30
Admission fee: ¥ 300
MONJUSEN-JI
The Japanese version of the proverb, "two heads are better than one," is said to originate here at this Buddhist temple, dubbed as one of the country's three locations of Manjusri, or the bodhisattva of wisdom and intellect.
Designated as a Natural Monument of Oita Prefecture, the forest spreading all across the temple premises and its surrounding region features some giant, ancient trees: 1,000 plus years old Japanese zelkova, roughly 400 years old sugi, and numerous others.
This location is also a known spot for scenic beauty for cherry blossoms in spring and foliage in autumn.
The nature-filled temple also offers workshops for zen and transcribing sutra texts. With a reservation, a Buddhist vegetarian meal can be made available as well.
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Offical website(only japanese): http://www.monjyusenji.com/top.html
Opening time: 8am-5pm
Admission fee: ¥200
KOTO-JI
Koto-ji Temple located in the town of Kunisaki is also a separate hall of Sakurahachimangu, which is regarded as the opening of the Kaori Kaito. At the time, Koto-ji Temple delivered the whole area of the current Tsurugawa area, and Honjyo enshrined the Jizo Bodhisattva and has been believed for a long time as "hitomoshijizou". People are resting in Jizo Hall and become a secret statue. It has been handed down to today as a bookkeeping once in sixty years. Meditation and calligraphy opportunities available at this temple.
Find more imformation about temple in Kunisaki
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Kunisaki Tourism Association Official website : http://www.gokunisaki.com/kunisaki-temples/
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Oita Tourism Association website : http://en.visit-oita.jp/
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Micheln tour guide : https://travelguide.michelin.com/asia/japan/oita/kunisaki