Chuson-ji Temple in Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture, is the Tohoku main temple of the Tendai sect. It was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2011, and is visited by many tourists from Japan and overseas. In particular, there are many people who visit the “Konshikido”, which has a golden Buddha statue.
The origin of Chuson-ji
It was developed from Kodaijuin, which was built by the monk Ennin in 850, and was rebuilt by Kiyohira Fujiwara in 1105. Although it prospered as the center of Hiraizumi culture, everything except the Golden Hall and Kyozo was destroyed by the destruction and fire of Mr. Fujiwara Oshu; but it was rebuilt after that and is still in use today.
The highlight of Chusonji Temple
Sankozo
Buddhist statues and ornaments related to Chuson-ji Temple are displayed in Sankozo with explanations, including how Mr. Fujiwara Oshu developed and how Buddhism was involved in its development. You can find out why he built the Konjikido.
Konjikido(Golden Hall)
After passing through Sankozo, you will find the Golden Hall named Konjikido. The Konjikido is covered by a shrine called Shin-Oido, which protects it from being eroded by rain and wind.
The Golden Hall is made of gold not only in the hall but also in the decorations and Buddha statues.
Please see for yourself, its golden appearance that has not changed for hundreds of years.
A Buddhist temple, Chuson-ji has a quiet and mysterious atmosphere. The special atmosphere of the long-standing temple will be a refreshing experience.
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