Five Great Myoo

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Five Great Myoo

Among the different enlightened beings called Myoo, there is a special group known as the “Five Great Myoo”.

These Five Myoos are selected and appointed to protect different directions: the central direction and the four cardinal directions (east, west, south, and north).

West
daiitoku myoo
North
Yasha
Central
Fudo
South
Gundari myoo
East
gozan

They are like guardians safeguarding these important areas.

Central

First, the center is protected by a Fudo. With his sword and snare, he will scourge those who disobey the teachings of the Buddha.

East

The guardian of the east side is Gozan! She is dressed in a tiger pattern, a symbol of strength.

She is trampling on the evil gods.

South

Gunda, the guardian deity of the south side of the island, is a snake charmer and crusher of evil. He is also the patron god of health and disease-free.

West

The west side is guarded by Dai-itoku, which overcomes all obstacles and difficulties with its mounted divine messenger, the water buffalo.

North

Yasha, a guardian of the north, was originally a bad guy who reformed and became a hero.

Where you can meet these heroes in Japan.

There are several places where these heroes can be seen, but the following locations are recommended!

Toji Temple

  • Name
    • 東寺(とうじ)
    • Toji Temple
  • Address
    • Kyoto
    • Toji, 1 Kujōchō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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Futaiji Temple

  • Name
    • 不退寺(ふたいじ)
    • Futaiji Temple
  • Address
    • Nara
    • 17 Horen-cho, Nara City, Nara 630-8113
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Daigoji Temple

  • Name
    • 醍醐寺(だいごじ)
    • Daigoji Temple
  • Address
    • Kyoto
    • Daigo-ji Reihokan (Treasure Hall), 32 Daigohigashiōjichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, Japan
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