Sōkyū-ji Temple

What it is

• Sokyu-ji is a Soto Zen temple.
• Founded in 1616 by Suzuki Shuma Nyudo Sokyu.
• Principal image is Kannon Bosatsu.
• Part of two Kannon and Yakushi pilgrimage routes.

What to see

• Statue of Yakushi Nyorai, called 'Hadaka Yakushi Nyorai'.
• Enmei Jizo Bosatsu, also known as 'Mizukake Jizo'.
• Six-character name written by Rennyo in 1471 is a cultural property.

When to go

• Major festival held annually on April 24th.
• Monthly festivals are held on the 24th of each month.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.