Raigō-in, Buddhist temple in Higashiyama-ku, Japan
The Raigō-in Temple features a main hall with wooden statues classified as Important Cultural Properties, including Medicine Buddha, Amida Buddha, and Gautama Buddha.
Founded by Buddhist master Kūkai in 806, Raigō-in Temple began as a training venue for monks practicing shōmyō, a form of Buddhist chanting.
The main hall ceiling displays painted Buddhist angels with musical instruments, representing the temple's connection to traditional Japanese musical heritage.
Visitors can attend shōmyō chanting services every Sunday at 13:00, experiencing this ancient form of Buddhist musical expression.
The temple contains a stone pagoda marking the grave of Ryōnin, who introduced the yuzu nenbutsu tradition focusing on global salvation.
Location: Higashiyama-ku
Inception: 806
Founders: Kūkai
Website: https://raigoin.com/
Part of: Senzan Shichifukujin Meguri
Website: https://raigoin.com
GPS coordinates: 34.97900,135.78067
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:50
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