Myofukuji Temple

Japanese name： 明福寺

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Main Image Double-Sided Buddha by Enku (Amida Tathagata / Yakushi Tathagata, 166 cm) Category Nyorai (Tathagata)

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This unusual double-sided image by Enku is preserved at Myofukuji Temple. Carved from a single piece of sawara cypress, Amida Tathagata and Yakushi Tathagata are rendered in relief on opposite faces of one thick plank, a rare conception among Enku's surviving works. The image stands about 166 cm high. Amida embodies the hope for peace in the next life, while Yakushi represents healing and relief from illness, bringing two forms of devotion together in a single object. Both faces have gentle eyes and subtle smiles. Originally a private devotional image at Jomyoji, once a jinguji temple associated with Ise Jingu, it was transferred to Myofukuji after the anti-Buddhist movement of the early Meiji period. It is thought to date from Enku's travels through Ise and Shima in the Enpo era (1673–1680) and is regarded as one of his representative works. It is designated a Tangible Cultural Property of Komono Town. Advance telephone confirmation and reservation are recommended for viewing.

Basic Information

Spot ID 6643

Temple / Site Myofukuji Temple

Visiting Area Right rear of the Main Hall, inside a zushi shrine

Visiting Status Advance reservation required (contact the temple by phone before visiting)

Address 三重県三重郡菰野町菰野792-1

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