Myooin Temple
Japanese name：
明王院
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Main Image Wooden Standing Eleven-Faced Kannon Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)
Impression TagsMysteryNobilitySolemnity
DescriptionThe wooden standing Eleven-Faced Kannon is the principal image of Myooin’s National Treasure Main Hall. A Heian-period work traditionally attributed to Saicho, it is designated a Important Cultural Property. Normally kept as a hidden image, it is unveiled once every 33 years; the most recent unveiling took place from November 1 to 4, 2024, the first in 33 years. The temple grounds are normally open for worship from 9:00 to 16:00.
Basic Information
Spot ID
8610
Temple / Site
Myooin Temple
Visiting Area
Main Hall
Visiting Status
Hidden image (unveiled once every 33 years; last unveiled November 1–4, 2024)
Address
広島県福山市草戸町1473
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