Buddhist temple
Hyakusai-ji
百済寺（ひゃくさいじ）
Higashiōmi, Shiga Prefecture
A Tendai temple in the mountains of Higashiōmi, counted as one of the Kotō Sanzan (three mountain temples east of the lake). Its principal image is Jūichimen Kanzeon Bosatsu, called the Ueki Kannon, and it is regarded as one of the oldest temples in Ōmi.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal object of worship: Jūichimen Kanzeon Bosatsu (Ueki Kannon)
History and things to know
According to temple tradition, it was opened in Suiko 14 (606) at the request (chokugan) of Prince Shōtoku, and it is said to be called the Ueki Kannon because the prince carved a Jūichimen Kannon into a great living cedar in the mountains. In Genki 4 (1573) the whole mountain was burned in Oda Nobunaga's attack, but the principal image escaped harm, and the main hall and other buildings were rebuilt in Keian 3 (1650).
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 百済寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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