Shitensha (Four Heavenly Kings Shrine)
Japanese name：
四天社（四天王社）
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Main Image Four Stone Heavenly Kings: Jikokuten, Zochoten, Komokuten and Tamonten Category Tenbu (Deva)
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DescriptionFour weathered stone guardians stand on a burial mound at Ikegami in Saga City, arranged in the four cardinal directions around a central stone pagoda revered as Dainichi Nyorai. The statues range from 99 to 112 cm tall and are thought to date from the late Heian period. Despite centuries of weathering, their powerful forms and the demons beneath their feet remain visible. The rare ensemble is a designated Important Cultural Property of Saga City.
Basic Information
Spot ID
10039
Temple / Site
Shitensha (Four Heavenly Kings Shrine)
Visiting Area
Open-Air Stone Figures on the Burial Mound
Visiting Status
Outdoor site with documented visitor access. The monument is maintained by local residents; there are no confirmed opening hours, so check for overgrowth and access restrictions.
Address
佐賀県佐賀市大和町大字池上1501-1
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