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Sanjūsangendō Temple

Sanjūsangendō Temple

Sight4.7 · 16 3464.6 · 4 020≈ 1 h 8 minEntry: ~600 JPY2.6 km from the center

Sanjusangendo is a famous Buddhist temple in Kyoto, established in 1164. Its 120-metre-long wooden hall ranks among the longest timber structures in Japan. Inside, visitors encounter an awe-inspiring sight of 1,001 life-sized gilded statues of the Thousand-Armed Kannon carved from Japanese cypress. The statues are guarded by 28 dramatic sculptures of protector deities, including striking representations of Thunder and Wind gods.

Highlights

  • Awe-inspiring display of 1,001 gilded Kannon statues
  • Central seated Thousand-Armed Kannon crafted by master Tankei
  • Expressive guardian statues of Raijin and Fujin
  • One of Japan's longest wooden buildings at 120 metres

Opening hours

Mon09:00 – 16:00
Tue09:00 – 16:00
Wed09:00 – 16:00
Thu09:00 – 16:00
Fri09:00 – 16:00
Sat09:00 – 16:00
Sun09:00 – 16:00

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