Fukuchi-in

The temple includes a wooden seated statue of Jizo Bodhisattva, measuring 6.6 meters in height, which stands as a cultural property of Japan.

The temple was founded in 736 by the monk Genbo from Kofukuji Temple and later reconstructed during the Kamakura period under the guidance of Eison.

Monthly fire rituals take place on the 24th of each month at 10:30, drawing numerous participants who gather to witness these traditional ceremonies.

The temple welcomes visitors from 9:00 to 16:00 throughout the year, with admission fees of 500 yen for adults and 250 yen for elementary school students.

The temple forms part of the 88 sacred sites in northern Yamato and features special exhibitions of the Eleven-Faced Kannon Bodhisattva statue in spring and autumn.

Location: Fukuchiinchō

Inception: 736

Founders: Genbō

Part of: 88 sites sacrés dans le nord de Yamato

Address: 奈良県奈良市福智院町46

GPS coordinates: 34.67700,135.83536

Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:38