Gumyōji

Gumyōji is a Buddhist temple located in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Its formal name is Shōfuku-ji Gumyōji (勝福寺弘明寺). It is a Shingon Buddhist temple belonging to the Chisan sect.

The temple is believed to have been founded in the early 8th century by the monk Gyōki during the Nara period. Legend states that Gyōki carved the principal image, a statue of the eleven-faced Kannon (Ekadasamukha), which is now a designated Important Cultural Property.

Gumyōji is a well-known temple in the Yokohama area and is easily accessible by public transport, including the Gumyōji Station on the Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line. The temple grounds feature a number of buildings, including the main hall (Kondō), a pagoda, and various smaller halls and statues. The temple holds regular events and festivals that attract many visitors. The area surrounding the temple also features a shopping street, adding to its local significance.