Detail
| Cultural Resources Category | Sculptures |
|---|---|
| Title | Senju Kannon, Amida Nyorai, Bato Kannon |
| Cities / Towns | Nikko |
| Owner / Manager | Rinnoji Temple |
| Description | The Sanbutsudō’s name, meaning “Hall of the Three Buddhas,” is a reference to the three main deities of Rinnōji. It is the largest wooden building in eastern Japan. The mountains of Nikkōzan are considered to be sacred. In particular, Mt. Tarō, Mt. Nyohō, and Mt. Nantai are said to be manifestations of the three main deities venerated at Rinnōji. Batō Kannon (Horse-Headed Bodhisattva of Compassion) is associated with Mt. Tarō, Amida Nyorai (Buddha of Infinite Light and Life) with Mt. Nyohō, and Senju Kannon (Thousand-Armed Bodhisattva of Compassion) with Mt. Nantai. Each deity is represented in the Sanbutsudō by a wooden statue that is approximately 7.5 meters tall and covered with gold leaf. |
| Copyright | 著作権あり |
