3-1-26 Omagari Suwa-cho, Daisen City, Akita Prefecture
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Cost per person
Free
Okawa Temple, founded in 1391, is located a 10-minute walk from Omagari Station and near the Hanabi-amu museum. This large temple features an impressive wooden Sanmon gate and a spacious grounds with highlights like the Enmei Jizo statue. Visitors can explore the stone garden and, by contacting the temple staff, view the principal image. While the temple is free to enter, note that the Daizenji City designated cultural property, the stone tablets, are not typically open to the public. It's a worthwhile stop when visiting Omagari.