Daijizenji (Daiji-ji) Temple

Japanese name： 大慈禅寺（大慈寺）

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Main Image Wooden Seated Shaka Nyorai and Two Standing Attendants Category Nyorai (Tathagata)

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Description

This Soto Zen temple was founded in 1278 by Kangan Giin. Its Buddha Hall houses a wooden seated Shaka Nyorai and two standing attendants, designated Important Cultural Properties by Kumamoto Prefecture. At approximately 3.5 meters high, the Shaka image is among the prefecture's largest wooden Buddhist statues. Dating to the Sengoku period, its substantial form was constructed using joined cypress wood. The grounds can be visited, but anyone wishing to view the statues inside the Buddha Hall should contact the temple beforehand.

Basic Information

Spot ID 10403

Temple / Site Daijizenji (Daiji-ji) Temple

Visiting Area Buddha Hall

Visiting Status Confirm in advance (the grounds and main hall are accessible; ask the temple about viewing the images in the Buddha Hall)

Address 熊本県熊本市南区野田1-7-1

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