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Mikurodo Cave

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Mikurodo Cave

御厨人窟

4.1Est. 90Muroto, Shikoku

Overview

Seaside cave where young Kukai meditated and attained enlightenment, now a sacred pilgrimage site.

This seaside cave is where the young monk Kukai meditated and achieved enlightenment, later founding Shingon Buddhism. The sacred site on Cape Muroto remains a powerful pilgrimage destination where visitors can contemplate where Japan's most influential spiritual figure was transformed.

Practical info

Japanese name
御厨人窟
Nearest station
Nahari Station (50 min by bus)
Payment
Cards accepted
Reservations
not required
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