Nestled on the sacred slopes of Mount Misen, Daishoin offers a truly serene and immersive temple experience away from the main crowds. As you climb the stone steps, be sure to spin the metal wheels inscribed with sutras for a blessing. You'll discover a sprawling complex of beautiful halls, hundreds of unique stone statues with expressive faces, and the mystical Henjokutsu Cave, lit by lanterns, which grants the same blessings as the famous Shikoku pilgrimage. It’s a peaceful world of its own, filled with the scent of incense and the gentle sound of bells, and well worth the 20-minute walk from the ferry pier.