Seiryōji
image of the historical Buddha
Originally belonging to the Kegon sect, Seiryōji became a Pure Land temple during Japan’s middle ages. It’s most famous image is that of its of the historical Buddha, Sakyamuni, brought back from Sung-period China by the monk Chōnen. Inside this statue were found silk replicas of internal organs, an interesting example of how such images were connected to human life. This is open to view on the 8th of every month.
temple grounds
hibutsu of Sakyamuni
main hall
Seiryōji
silk organs found inside statue
image of Sakyamuni
hibutsu