Kosenji Inner Sanctuary (Shodaisan Shakain)

Japanese name： 弘泉寺奥之院（小岱山釈迦院）

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Main Image Great Seated Shaka Nyorai Category Nyorai (Tathagata)

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Description

On a slope of Mount Shodai stands a colossal seated Shaka Nyorai whose body is formed in part by the mountainside itself. It is said to have been built in 1979 by the then head priest of Kosenji Temple after approximately ten years of work, in memory of those who died in war. Including its base, the figure extends about 38.5 meters in length and 18 meters in width, with a face more than seven meters high. Various stone Buddhist figures line the approach, and Shaka's face appears beyond the trees in a striking landscape. Recent visitor reports describe walking to the site, but the trail is difficult to locate, so current access and safety conditions should be checked.

Basic Information

Spot ID 10442

Temple / Site Kosenji Inner Sanctuary (Shodaisan Shakain)

Visiting Area Before the Great Seated Shaka on the mountainside

Visiting Status Confirm in advance (reports describe access on foot via a mountain path; current opening, trail safety and visiting hours unverified)

Address 熊本県玉名市山田

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