Shorinji Temple
temple
聖林寺十一面観音立像
The eighth-century Kannon statue is the draw. What was once gold leaf has worn away over centuries, revealing a lacquer and wood core that an art historian compared to the Venus de Milo. Its eleven faces show different expressions. Remove shoes before entering any hall; look for a shoe rack.
Remove shoes before entering any hall. Look for a shoe rack at the entrance. Carry a plastic bag for your shoes if none is provided.
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