Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple

Japanese name: 愛宕念仏寺
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Main Image Thousand-Armed Kannon Bosatsu for Protection from Misfortune Category Bosatsu (Bodhisattva)

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GentlenessWarmthStillness

Description

An old Tendai temple in the mountains of Oku-Saga, famous for its 1,200 rakan statues. The Main Hall enshrines a Thousand-Armed Kannon Bosatsu for protection from misfortune, described as a Kannon with both compassionate and sorrowful expressions, creating an atmosphere of prayer that seems to watch quietly over visitors. Surrounded by expressive rakan figures, the temple combines approachable warmth with deep devotion.

Basic Information

Spot ID 185
Temple / Site Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple
Visiting Area Main Hall
Visiting Status Regular viewing available / temple closure days apply
Address 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨鳥居本深谷町2-5

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