Amidaji Temple (Todaiji Branch Temple)

Japanese name： 東大寺別院阿弥陀寺
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Main Image Standing Nio (Kongorikishi) Guardians (Agyo and Ungyo) Category Tenbu (Deva)

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A pair of Kongorikishi guardian statues stand on either side of the Niomon Gate of Amidaji, a branch temple of Todaiji founded by Chogen in 1187. Dating to the early Kamakura period, they are attributed to sculptors of the Kaikei school. Carved from joined cypress wood with inset crystal eyes, the open-mouthed Agyo is about 270 cm tall and the closed-mouthed Ungyo about 275 cm. Designated Important Cultural Properties of Japan, they can be viewed up close at the gate. Together with the thatched gate, they recall the temple's close ties to the rebuilding of Todaiji.

Basic Information

Spot ID 8802
Temple / Site Amidaji Temple (Todaiji Branch Temple)
Visiting Area Niomon Gate
Visiting Status Viewable at the Niomon Gate (grounds free except during June's hydrangea festival)
Address 山口県防府市大字牟礼上坂本1869

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