Chofukuji Temple

Japanese name： 長福寺

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Main Image Wooden Standing Eleven-Faced Kannon Bosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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The wooden standing Eleven-Faced Kannon Bosatsu is the principal image of Chofukuji Temple and is designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan. The 2.58 m figure is made of joined hinoki wood and is noted for powerful carving that leaves rounded chisel marks across the body, slightly upturned eyes, and a strongly modeled torso from the shoulders to the abdomen. It survived the great fire of 1803, when the Main Hall and many other buildings and temple treasures were destroyed, and has continued to be revered as the temple's principal image. Viewing is available from 9:00 to 16:30 and admission is free.

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Spot ID 8428

Temple / Site Chofukuji Temple

Visiting Area Main Hall

Visiting Status Viewable in the Main Hall (9:00–16:30; free admission)

Address 岡山県美作市真神414

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