Jishōin Temple (Arao Daishi)
Japanese name：
慈照院（荒尾大師）
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Main Image Arao Daishi: Monumental Seated Kōbō Daishi Category Other
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DescriptionAt the foot of Mount Shōdai in Arao stands an immense seated statue of Kōbō Daishi, reaching roughly 20 meters including its pedestal. The temple's former head priest, Kodama Shūmyō, made it almost single-handedly over eleven years from 1962 as a prayer for world peace. Repainted in vivid colors, the statue looks out over the city and is visible even from nearby roads. Visitors can stand before it in the temple grounds. The access road is particularly narrow, so drivers should proceed with care.
Basic Information
Spot ID
10461
Temple / Site
Jishōin Temple (Arao Daishi)
Visiting Area
Open-air giant statue above the Daishi Hall
Visiting Status
Normally open to visitors (6:00–17:00 according to the local tourism association); the giant statue can be viewed outdoors.
Address
熊本県荒尾市平山2560
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