Raikoin Temple

Japanese name： 来迎院

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Main Image Sho Kannon Bosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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Description

The approximately 110 cm Shokanzeon Bodhisattva figure preserved at Jodo Buddhist Raikoin Temple was created and donated in 1887 by the Kumamoto artist of lifelike figures, Matsumoto Kisaburo, and is designated a Tangible Cultural Property of Kumamoto City. The realistic techniques he developed through figure-making give the Bodhisattva an unusually lifelike appearance, distinct from conventional wooden Buddhist sculpture. The Kumamoto International Convention and Visitors Bureau offers a viewing program with reservations required by the previous day. Sessions take place from 10:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 16:00, costing ¥500; certain Obon and equinox dates are excluded.

Basic Information

Spot ID 10417

Temple / Site Raikoin Temple

Visiting Area Inside the Temple, Shokanzeon Bodhisattva shrine

Visiting Status Advance reservation required (by the previous day; viewing 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–16:00, ¥500; some Obon and equinox dates excluded)

Address 熊本県熊本市西区春日6-8-8

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