Wooden statue of Bishamonten with helmet

Located in the Asai Chifuku Atago Shrine repository, this is a National Important Cultural Property.
 It is said to have been made by Jikaku Daishi in 850 (Kasho 3). 175 cm high. Carved from a single piece of horse chestnut using a machete, it has a clear round eye, which is rare.
Normally closed. Advance reservations are required.

residence/location
31 Chifuku, Esashi Fujisato, Oshu, Iwate 023-1762
Price
Adult 300 yen
Inquiries
Contact Name: Esashi Branch, Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division, Oshu City

Phone: 0197-35-2111

Fax: 0197-35-3476
Other
Others: Reservation required

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