Kiyomizu Kannon (Hochiin Temple)

Japanese name： 清水観音（宝地院）

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Main Image Kongo Rikishi (Nio Guardians) and Boat Kannon Stone Image Category Deva / Bodhisattva

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Description

Near Kiyomizu Falls, the Tendai Buddhist temple Hochiin, also known as Kiyomizu Kannon, is a Kannon pilgrimage site traditionally founded in 803. Visitors can view the open- and closed-mouthed Kongo Rikishi through the lattice of the Nio Gate, while a large rock in Kiyomizu River bears a stone carving known as Boat Kannon. After damage during warfare, worship of Kannon here was revived by Nabeshima Katsushige in the early Edo period, according to tradition. The temple remains an active place of prayer and offers calligraphy and waterfall ascetic practices by reservation. Contact the temple beforehand if you wish to view images inside the main hall.

Basic Information

Spot ID 10020

Temple / Site Kiyomizu Kannon (Hochiin Temple)

Visiting Area Nio Gate and Along Kiyomizu River

Visiting Status Accessible from the temple grounds and Nio Gate (outdoor viewing); confirm in advance to view images inside the main hall

Address 佐賀県小城市小城町松尾清水2209-1

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