Journeys in Japan S16E3 - Enku's 120,000 Smiles over Gifu
Journeys in Japan S16E3 - Enku's 120,000 Smiles over Gifu
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Roughly hewed, smiling statues of deities and Buddhas... A monk named Enku is believed to have sculpted some 120,000 in Gifu Prefecture, which are beloved to this day. We discover the stunning nature and culture of this area by following in the monk-sculptor's footsteps. We see where he practiced shugendo—rigorous mountain spiritual training; and where he stopped to create his charismatic statues. Actor Jonathan Senior travels to places associated with Enku to learn about his enduring legacy.
Released Feb 02, 2010
Runtime 28min
Genre Documentary
Actor Bill Sullivan
Director N/A
Production Japan International Broadcasting (JIB)