Yoshimine-dera Temple
Japanese name:
善峯寺
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Main Image Senju Kannon Bosatsu Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)
Impression TagsGentlenessPurityPeacefulness
DescriptionYoshiminedera, situated on the mountainside of Kyoto’s western Nishiyama range, is the 20th temple of the Saigoku Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage. Its Kannon Hall, which serves as the main hall, enshrines Senju Kannon (Thousand-Armed Kannon) as the principal image, sustaining a long tradition of Kannon devotion alongside expansive views over Kyoto. Seasonal flowers and celebrated trees fill the spacious grounds, creating a place where the beauty of nature and the peace of prayer meet.
Basic Information
Spot ID
181
Temple / Site
Yoshimine-dera Temple
Visiting Area
Kannon Hall
Type
Temple
Visiting Status
Main Hall is open for worship; the main image is hidden and opening days may be available
Address
Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
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