Iwaya Kannon (Iwaya Kannon Hall)

Japanese name： 岩家観音（岩屋観音堂）

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Main Image Seated Sho Kannon Bosatsu and Stone Images of Kannon and Jizo Bodhisattvas Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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Iwaya Kannon is enshrined among natural rock formations on the slopes of Aokata Kannon-dake, a hill approximately 160 meters high. The principal image of its hall is a seated Sho Kannon Bodhisattva attributed to the Muromachi period. Two nearby rock caves contain carved Kannon and Jizo figures, and more than ten stone Buddhist images line the approach, turning the entire hillside into a place of devotion. According to local tradition, the monk Mon'ei of Chofukuji established the sanctuary after a dream instructed him to enshrine Kannon in a rocky hollow where mysterious lights had appeared. An annual festival on January 17 and 18 attracts islanders praying for safe voyages and family well-being. The outdoor stone images can be enjoyed along the path, while access to the principal seated figure inside the hall should be confirmed in advance.

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Spot ID 10242

Temple / Site Iwaya Kannon (Iwaya Kannon Hall)

Visiting Area Hillside of Aokata Kannon-dake: Kannon Hall, two rock caves and approach path

Visiting Status Stone figures on the path and in the caves can be worshipped outdoors (confirm access to the seated Sho Kannon Bodhisattva image inside the hall beforehand; annual festival January 17–18)

Address 長崎県南松浦郡新上五島町青方郷

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