Takasaki White Robed Daikannon, Jigenin Temple

Set atop the Mt. Kannon in Ishihara Town, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, a statue of a white robed large kannon rises to 40 meters high, and is a Registered Tangible Cultural Properties. 20 buddhas are enshrined within the statue, and a view of the city can be observed from the shoulder level within the statue. The Mt. Takasaki Kannon is also known for its cherry blossoms. Every year, at their peak, the Yoshino blossoms in full glory surrounding the huge Kannon statue.

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Takasaki White Robed Daikannon, Jigenin Temple

Address: Gunma Pref. Takasakishi Ishiharamachi 2710-1 Map
Area: Western Area
Phone: 0273222269
Hours: [Visit in Tainai] 9:00-17:00
[Nov.- Feb.]9:00-16:30
[12/31]9:00-16:30/23:00-2:00
Closed: open everyday (closed only on Sunday of the winter solstice for cleaning)
Fees: [Visit fee]
[Adult]300yen
[High school students and below]100yen
Parking Lot: Not available
*Use the nearest FeeP (Kannon Sancho P, Green Park)
Credit Card: Not available