Hokoji Temple

Japanese name: 放光寺
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Main Image Wooden Standing Fudo Myo-o Category Myo-o (Wisdom King)

Impression Tags

PowerDignityRefinement

Description

This wooden standing Fudo Myoo is enshrined in the Treasure Repository at Hokoji Temple. Made from hinoki cypress using single-block construction with interior hollowing, it stands 148.4 cm tall. The left hand holds a lasso and the right a sword, while a slight twist of the hips conveys power. At the same time, its flowing drapery and calm dignity within the wrathful expression are distinctive. An Important Cultural Property of Japan, it is thought to have been made locally in the late Heian period around the time Hokoji was founded. It can normally be viewed with a guide.

Basic Information

Spot ID 5204
Temple / Site Hokoji Temple
Visiting Area Treasure Repository
Visiting Status Regular viewing available (9:00–17:00 / accompanied by a guide)
Address 山梨県甲州市塩山藤木2438

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