Senkoji Temple
Japanese name：
千光寺
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Main Image Thousand-Armed Kannon Bosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)
Impression TagsMysteryNobilitySolemnity
DescriptionThe principal image of Senkoji’s Main Hall is the Thousand-Armed Kannon Bosatsu, traditionally attributed to Prince Shotoku. Long revered as the “Kannon who protects against fire,” it is now worshipped for the fulfillment of many kinds of wishes. Normally kept hidden, the image is unveiled once every 33 years; the most recent unveiling was in 2013. The Main Hall itself can be visited daily from 9:00 to 17:00.
Basic Information
Spot ID
8607
Temple / Site
Senkoji Temple
Visiting Area
Main Hall
Visiting Status
Hidden image (unveiled once every 33 years; last unveiling in 2013)
Address
広島県尾道市東土堂町15-1
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