Eshin-in Temple
恵心院
Eshin-in is a historic temple founded by Kukai, known for its main hall and Kannon statue.
What it is
- A Shingon-shu Chizan-ha temple.
- Founded by Kukai.
- Rebuilt in 1005 by Eshin Sozu Genshin.
- Known as a 'flower temple'.
What to see
- The principal image: Eleven-faced Kannon.
- Main hall built in 1676.
- Kyoto Prefecture designated tangible cultural property main hall.
- Uji City designated wooden Eleven-faced Kannon standing statue.
Getting there
- 10-minute walk from Keihan Uji Station.
- 22-minute walk from JR Nara Line Uji Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府宇治市宇治山田67 Open in Google Maps
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