1056-1 Kasama, Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
¥500
Shofukuji Temple, also known as Kanzeonji, is a historic temple located at the foot of Mount Saburo in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture. Founded in 651, it is the 23rd temple on the Bando Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage. The temple's main deity is the eleven-faced, thousand-armed Kannon Bodhisattva. Visitors can explore the serene grounds and, during the azalea festival, enjoy the vibrant blooms in the adjacent Azalea Park. The temple is near the Kasama Nichido Museum of Art, making it a convenient stop for art and culture enthusiasts. Admission is free, and it's easily accessible by bus from Kasama Station.