Yasaka Koshin-do (Kongo-ji Temple)

Warn your mind and make a wish with the 'Kukuri Monkey' that blocks greed

A temple of the Tendai sect founded in 960. It is counted among the three Koshin in Japan along with Shitenno-ji Koshindo Hall in Osaka and Iritani Koshindo Hall in Tokyo (no longer in existence). It is famous for its' kukuri monkey, 'which is believed to grant a wish if it is dedicated to the principal image, Aomen Kongo, by suppressing greed.
The photo shows the "Kukuri Monkey." A talisman designed to warn against one's selfish heart by tying the hands and feet of monkeys.

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  Statues of 'no seeing,' 'no hearing,' and 'no telling,' which are believed to be messengers of Koshin.

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  Yasaka Koshindo (Kongo-ji Temple) Kukuri monkey (500 yen)

  It is modeled after an errand monkey in Yasaka Koshin-do Hall, and it shows the condition that the monkey can't move because its arms and legs are blocked. It is recommended to dedicate the kukuri monkey to the temple grounds or take it home and use it as a charm. The color of the monkey changes from day to day.

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