1957 Sada, Hakusan-cho, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
¥1,000
Located a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu Sakakibara Onsen-guchi Station in Tsu, Mie Prefecture, Hojuzan Daikannon-ji Temple is a unique temple complex adjacent to the Louvre Sculpture Museum. The temple's main attraction is the 33-meter tall, gold-covered Daikannon statue, which can be seen from afar. Visitors can explore the temple grounds, which feature various statues, including those of the twelve zodiac deities, as well as quirky attractions like the Karaoke Kannon. The temple also offers a pilgrimage experience. Admission is ¥800 for adults (high school age and older), ¥400 for children (elementary and junior high school students), and free for children under elementary school age. Consider visiting in the afternoon to fully appreciate the temple's unique atmosphere.