Jokokuji Temple

Japanese name： 浄国寺

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Main Image Tanigumi Kannon Image (Kannon in Pilgrim's Clothing) Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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Tanigumi Kannon, enshrined at the Soto Zen temple Jokokuji, is a celebrated work by Kumamoto-born lifelike-figure artist Matsumoto Kisaburo and is designated an Important Cultural Property by Kumamoto Prefecture. The figure formed part of the Thirty-three Kannon Miracles exhibition presented in Asakusa in 1871. It depicts Kannon appearing in the guise of a pilgrim to guide others, rendered with striking realism. Later donated to the temple, it remains an object of worship. The temple explains that visitors can normally ring the intercom at the residence to have the main hall opened between 10:00 and 17:00, but should confirm ahead when services may be held.

Basic Information

Spot ID 10416

Temple / Site Jokokuji Temple

Visiting Area Main Hall, Tanigumi Kannon shrine

Visiting Status Confirm in advance (usually 10:00–17:00; ring at the residence. Advance contact recommended on weekends or during services)

Address 熊本県熊本市北区高平2-20-35

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