Zentokuji Temple (Arao Kannon)
Japanese name：
善徳寺（荒尾観音）
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Main Image Giant Buddhist Figures, including Kannon, Fudo Myo-o and Enma Category Other
Impression TagsPowerDignityMystery
DescriptionIn a residential neighborhood of Arao, a row of concrete figures about six to seven meters high stands shoulder to shoulder against the slope below Zentokuji's main hall. Among them are Kannon Bodhisattva, the fierce Fudo Myoo, Enma, and the wind and thunder deities. Their crowded arrangement and emphatic faces create an extraordinary landscape. More images, including the Seven Lucky Gods, can be encountered farther along the grounds. This is a striking example of modern local devotion expressed through monumental sculpture.
Basic Information
Spot ID
10460
Temple / Site
Zentokuji Temple (Arao Kannon)
Visiting Area
Open-air line of giant figures below the main hall
Visiting Status
The outdoor grounds are normally free to visit. Confirm visiting hours with the temple.
Address
熊本県荒尾市増永2714-5
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