Sekiō-ji Temple
石応寺
Sekiō-ji Temple is a historic Sōtō Zen temple known for its large Kannon statue.
What it is
- A Sōtō Zen temple.
- Founded in 1665 by Chōan Rinzon.
- Principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
- Known for building the Kamaishi Daikannon.
What to see
- The Kamaishi Daikannon.
- A stupa built in 1965.
- Shaka Nyorai, Monju Bosatsu, and Fugen Bosatsu statues.
- Two tangible cultural properties designated in 1970.
- The Tokuji Stele, created in 1308.
- A bronze statue of Shō Kannon from 1725.
Getting there
- 15-minute walk from Kamaishi Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
岩手県釜石市大只越町1-1-1 Open in Google Maps
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