Jizoin Temple

Japanese name： 地蔵院

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

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This wooden standing Eleven-Faced Kannon is enshrined in the main hall of Jizoin Temple. A joined-wood sculpture from the Muromachi period, it stands 145.7 cm tall. Its lips are slightly parted to reveal four upper teeth, and crystal eyes are set into the face. Its faintly smiling expression is exceptionally rare for a Kannon image. One foot steps forward as if the bodhisattva were setting out to save those in distress. Known as Kongo Kenshi Kannon, it is venerated for dental health and is designated an Important Cultural Property of Hiroshima Prefecture. Jizoin is open at all times with no closing days and no admission fee.

Basic Information

Spot ID 8642

Temple / Site Jizoin Temple

Visiting Area Main Hall

Visiting Status Open at all times (no closing days; free admission)

Address 広島県福山市鞆町後地1323-1

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