Kōryū-ji Temple

Japanese name: 広隆寺
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Main Image Miroku Bosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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Description

Kōryū-ji in Uzumasa is regarded as Kyoto’s oldest temple and has deep ties to Prince Shōtoku and the Hata clan. Its treasure hall houses the celebrated Miroku Bosatsu (Maitreya) in a contemplative half-seated pose, designated as Japan’s National Treasure No. 1. The figure’s meditative posture and faint, serene smile convey a profound sense of mystery, embodying beauty and devotion passed down across the centuries.

Basic Information

Spot ID 54
Temple / Site Kōryū-ji Temple
Visiting Area Reihō-den Treasure Hall
Type Museum
Visiting Status Usually open to visitors
Address Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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Little Buddha✦ First contributor  | 2026.06.20 15:31

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