Chishaku-in Temple
Japanese name：
智積院
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Main Image Dainichi Nyorai Category Nyorai (Tathagata)
Impression TagsDignityMysteryPurity
DescriptionThe Kondō (Golden Hall) is the central sanctuary of Chishaku-in, head temple of the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism. Its principal image is Dainichi Nyorai (Mahāvairocana), expressing both the solemnity of esoteric Buddhism and the quiet authority of a head monastery. The grounds also include a nationally designated scenic garden and a museum housing National Treasure wall paintings by Hasegawa Tōhaku and his school, revealing the temple’s long history as a place of learning, worship, and art.
Basic Information
Spot ID
153
Temple / Site
Chishaku-in Temple
Visiting Area
Kondo Hall
Type
Temple hall
Visiting Status
Usually open to visitors
Address
Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
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