Location Ishikawa Archaeological Foundation
Kiyomizu Temple Site Artifacts: Earthenware with sumi ink writing and Buddhist Implements
- Display status
- No permanent display
- Period
- Early and Middle Heian Period (late 9th century to late 10th century)
- Form/Type
- Archaeological material
- Location
- Yawata (Komatsu City)
The Kiyomizu Temple Site is a mountain temple located on a hill in the eastern part of Komatsu City. The temple was built on a hill with a spring called Kiyomizu, and it lasted for about 500 years, including a period of stagnation from the late 9th century onwards.
During the survey, over 1,200 pieces of earthenware with sumi ink writing were unearthed. Approximately half of them have the temple name (Kiyomizu Temple) and the name of the temple monks’ quarters (Nanbo, Ninbo) written on them.
Many Buddhist vessels that supported religious activities have also been unearthed. The water jug and multi-mouthed jug are containers used to provide water before the Buddha. The bowls and standing trays are thought to be containers for holding offerings.
In addition, there are lanterns for lighting and ceramic inkstones for copying sutras, allowing you to get a glimpse of the monks' activities and lifestyles.
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Opened in 1998 as an open facility for the excavation and organization of excavated artifacts and the publication of reports on buried cultural properties (archaeological sites) that convey the history and culture of Ishikawa prefecture, as well as to hold exhibitions and lectures that make use of the results. The exhibition rooms comprise sections organized by theme and era, where you can see and touch precious earthenware and stone tools discovered from archaeological sites throughout the prefecture. In 2001, they also opened the Ancient Experience Area, where you can enjoy learning about the lives and techniques of ancient people. Both adults and children can learn about local history in an accessible and easy manner, while deepening their interest and understanding of cultural properties.
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