The temple belongs to the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism.
The name 'Rokujizo' refers to the six manifestations of the Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha, who is believed to protect beings in the six realms of existence.
It is a prominent site for 'mizuko kuyo', a traditional Japanese memorial service for stillborn or aborted children.
Mitodaishi Rokujizo Temple is a Shingon-sect Buddhist temple located in the Rokutanda district of Mito. The site is best known for its collection of six Jizo statues, from which the temple draws its name. The temple grounds house historically significant stone carvings and traditional wooden architecture typical of regional Edo-period Buddhist sites. It serves as an active place of worship for the local community and maintains a focus on funerary rites and memorial services. The architecture features a tiled roof design and is surrounded by maintained gardens that provide a transition between the rural landscape and the temple precinct. The facility remains a focal point for local religious observations in Ibaraki Prefecture.
The path leading toward the primary statue arrangement, framed by the temple's traditional gate.
Visit during the spring or autumn months when the surrounding foliage complements the temple's wooden structures.
Maintain a quiet demeanor as the temple is an active site for private memorial services.
Ensure your phone is set to silent mode before entering the temple grounds.
Attempting to enter private living quarters of the resident monks and loud conversations near the prayer halls.
Remove shoes when entering temple buildings, avoid photographing altars or private ceremonies, and bow slightly before and after passing through the main gate.
