Kisshō-in Temple
吉祥院
Kisshō-in Temple, founded in 740, offers a glimpse into ancient Buddhist art and history.
What it is
- A temple of the Chisan-ha sect of Shingon Buddhism.
- Founded in 740 by Gyōki.
- The principal image is Fudō Myōō.
What to see
- The Fudō Myōō image, attributed to Gyōki.
- A self-portrait of Kōbō-Daishi Kūkai.
- Seven Kannon images by Kōgyō-Daishi Kakuban.
Getting there
- 28-minute walk from Futako-Tamagawa Station.
- Buses from Futako-Tamagawa stop at Kamata.
- Buses from Seijōgakuen-mae stop at Kamata.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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