Zentsuji Temple

Japanese name： 総本山善通寺
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Main Image Yakushi Nyorai Category Nyorai (Tathagata)

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Description

The principal image enshrined in the Kondo of Zentsuji, Temple No. 75 on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, is a seated wooden Yakushi Nyorai approximately 3 m tall. It is made of joined Japanese cypress wood, finished with lacquer and gold leaf, and has crystal-inlaid eyes. The original clay image was damaged by fire in 1558; the present statue was made in 1700 by Kitagawa Uncho, a master sculptor of the Omuro school. The statue is a Tangible Cultural Property designated by Kagawa Prefecture, while the Kondo building is an Important Cultural Property of Japan. Visitors may view the statue freely from 7:00 to 17:00, and a monthly Yakushi service takes place on the 8th.

Basic Information

Spot ID 9201
Temple / Site Zentsuji Temple
Visiting Area Kondo (Main Hall)
Visiting Status Open daily in the Kondo, 7:00–17:00 (free)
Address 香川県善通寺市善通寺町3-3-1

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