Unganzenji Temple
Japanese name：
雲巌禅寺
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Main Image Iwato Kannon (Four-faced Batō Kannon Image) Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)
Impression TagsMysterySolemnityStillness
DescriptionReigando Cave, the inner sanctuary of Unganzenji Temple, enshrines a four-faced Batō Kannon image revered as Iwato Kannon. The temple is said to have been founded in 1351 by Tōryō Eiyo, although devotion to the Kannon is believed to predate the temple. The cave is also known as the place where Miyamoto Musashi wrote The Book of Five Rings. Visitors can reach the cave via the path lined with the Five Hundred Rakan, but should confirm in advance whether the image itself can be viewed at close range.
Basic Information
Spot ID
10402
Temple / Site
Unganzenji Temple
Visiting Area
Reigando Cave (Inner Sanctuary)
Visiting Status
Reigando Cave is normally accessible (8:00–17:00; admission fee); confirm whether the statue can be viewed up close
Address
熊本県熊本市西区松尾町平山589
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