Fukujoji Temple (Kosadake Kannon)

Japanese name： 福城寺（甲佐岳観音）
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This nationally designated Important Cultural Property, a standing Shakyamuni image from the Kamakura period, is enshrined in a cabinet on the right side of Fukujoji's main hall. Carved from joined pieces of cypress, its firm expression, rippling folds and traces of early decorative work give it remarkable presence. Temple tradition attributes it to the monk Genshin, although the carving style points to Kamakura-period workmanship. It is normally unveiled only at the annual First Kannon festival on January 18. In autumn 2026, the statue is on display in a special exhibition at the Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art.

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Spot ID 10456
Temple / Site Fukujoji Temple (Kosadake Kannon)
Visiting Area Main Hall, inner shrine to the right
Visiting Status Normally unveiled only on January 18 each year. On loan to the Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art from October 9 to November 29, 2026; not at the temple during the exhibition. Confirm before visiting.
Address 熊本県下益城郡美里町甲佐平2110

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