Toshodaiji Temple
Japanese name:
唐招提寺
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Main Image Standing Shaka Nyorai Category Nyorai (Tathagata)
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DescriptionAn Important Cultural Property standing Shaka Nyorai is enshrined in a shrine inside Toshodaiji Temple's Raido Hall. Made in 1258 and about 1.66 m tall, it is a Seiryoji-style image distinguished by rope-like hair and a robe covering both shoulders. Numerous dedicatory documents found inside the statue confirm its date, and it is specially displayed during the annual Shaka Nenbutsu-e rites.
Basic Information
Spot ID
7495
Temple / Site
Toshodaiji Temple
Visiting Area
Raido Hall
Visiting Status
Special viewing every October 21–23 (9:00–16:00)
Address
奈良県奈良市五条町13-46
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