Jindai-ji, Buddhist temple in Sakura, Japan
Jindai-ji is a Buddhist temple in Sakura featuring a bronze statue of the Eleven-Faced Kannon as its principal object of worship, created by sculptor Tsuda Shinobu in the early 20th century. The grounds include several buildings arranged around a central hon-do hall that reflects traditional Japanese Buddhist design.
The temple moved to Sakura in 1746 when Hotta Masasuke transferred it from Yamagata Prefecture to serve as the Hotta clan's burial temple. This relocation permanently connected the site to the family's local prominence.
The temple belongs to the Tendai school of Buddhism and houses memorial markers for Hotta clan members, now recognized as Chiba Prefectural Historical Places. This connection shaped the temple's role as a family funerary site.
The temple sits in a quiet residential area of Sakura and is most easily reached on foot or by bicycle, as local pathways connect to the site. Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the grounds, which involve walking along paths and navigating gentle slopes.
The bronze Eleven-Faced Kannon sculpture was crafted by renowned artist Tsuda Shinobu and displays a sculptural style rarely seen in the region during that period. Many visitors overlook this artistic achievement while walking the grounds.
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