Ryozen-Kannon temple
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TEL : 075-61-2205 Address : 526-2 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto Access : Keihan Main Line Gion-Shijo Station > 15 minutes walk Hours : Opning 8:40 – Closing 16:20 (Last entry 16:00) Entrance fee : 300 yen |
Photos and reviews of Giant statue of Kannon
This temple features a giant statue of Kannon (Avalokitesvara) standing 24 meters (78.74 feet) tall.
After paying the entrance fee at the reception, I was first handed some incense stick. This temple was built in 1955 to commemorate those who lost their lives in the war. For this reason, I offered incense as an act of devotion.
And then, I took another look at the giant Kannon statue. Clad in a white coat, he was smiling gently.
This Kannon statue had an entrance at the back.
Upon entering, I found many Buddha statues enshrined there.
Other Highlights
A “Wish Stone” was enshrined within the temple grounds. As I touched this stone, I made a wish.
There was also a small hall enshrining Aizen-Myoo (Ragaraja). This place is said to bring good fortune in finding a romantic partner.
There was a large footprint of the Buddha.
The view from Kodaiji Temple
Kodaiji Temple is located next to Ryozen-Kannon. I was able to see the Kannon statue from these temple grounds as well.
