Rengein Tanjoji Okunoin
Japanese name:
蓮華院誕生寺奥之院
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Main Image Great Statue of Koen Daibosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)
Impression TagsDignitySolemnityPeacefulness
DescriptionRengein Tanjoji Okunoin, established in 1978 on the slopes of Mount Shodai, is a Shingon Ritsu site of prayer and Buddhist practice. Its grounds feature an approximately 13-meter-tall great statue honoring Koen, a late-Heian-period Buddhist monk venerated as a great bodhisattva. A climbable five-story pagoda and a large temple bell also stand within the extensive grounds, where visitors can pray before the statue. Admission is charged, with reception open from 9:00 to 17:00 and last entry at 16:30.
Basic Information
Spot ID
10405
Temple / Site
Rengein Tanjoji Okunoin
Visiting Area
Temple grounds, before the Great Statue
Visiting Status
Normally open to visitors (9:00–17:00; last admission 16:30; admission fee)
Address
熊本県玉名市築地1512-77
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