Rinsenji Temple

Japanese name： 林泉寺

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Main Image Wooden Seated Statue Traditionally Identified as Sho Kannon Bosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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Description

Rinsenji Temple preserves a wooden seated image traditionally identified as Sho Kannon Bodhisattva, an 84.0 cm joined-wood sculpture with gold pigment designated a Tangible Cultural Property of Saitama Prefecture. An ink inscription dated 1304 survives on the backboard, and a graffito can be seen behind the knees. As a dated late-Kamakura-period sculpture it is especially valuable, and its distinctive facial features and clothing reflect the influence of Song-dynasty art then circulating in the Kanto region. In 2024, following its first restoration in roughly 80 years, the image was unveiled for the first time after restoration. In 2026, an extended unveiling was held from April 10 to 20, 8:00–17:00.

Basic Information

Spot ID 3816

Temple / Site Rinsenji Temple

Visiting Area Temple grounds (unveiling venue)

Visiting Status Normally not open to the public (unveiled in April in recent years. In 2026, a special extended unveiling was held April 10–20, 8:00–17:00. Check for the next scheduled opening.)

Address 埼玉県越谷市増林3818

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