Raikō-ji Temple

What it is

• A Jishu sect temple.
• Founded by Ikko in 1293.
• Principal image is Amitābha Tathāgata.

What to see

• Guest statues: Nyoirin Kannon, Jizo Bosatsu, Battabara Sonja.
• Wooden Nyoirin Hankashō statue is a prefectural cultural property.
• Wooden Jizo Bosatsu seated statue is a prefectural cultural property.
• Wooden Battabara Sonsha standing statue is a city cultural property.

Getting there

• 10-minute walk from Daigakumae bus stop.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.