Shishikutsu-ji Temple
獅子窟寺
Ancient temple in Osaka with a National Treasure statue, rebuilt after fires.
What it is
- Temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect.
- Founded by En no Gyōja.
- Kukai performed rituals here.
- Rebuilt in the 14th century, restored in Kan'ei era.
What to see
- Main image is Yakushi Nyorai.
- Current Yakushi Nyorai statue saved from 1615 fire.
- Wooden seated Yakushi Nyorai statue is a National Treasure.
- One of the Katano Eight Views.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
大阪府交野市私市2387 Open in Google Maps
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