Ashiura Kanonji Temple

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A Buddhist temple located in Ashiura-cho, Kusatsu City. Records state the temple was founded by Prince Shotoku. The temple’s principal object of worship is 11-headed Kanzeon Bodhisattva. After its revival by the priest Kanga in 1408, the temple also began gaining political power—for example, the temple’s ninth head priest, Senshun, was granted control over transportation on Lake Biwa by the mighty samurai lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Today, the temple is only open to the general public for worship twice a year in spring and fall—at all other times, worshipping at the temple requires an advance reservation.

Spot details

Address: Shiga Pref. Kusatsushi Ashiurachou 363-1 Map
Area: Konan / Kusatsu Area
Phone: 0775680548
Hours: Reservation required (for 5 or more people)
*Special public exhibition available twice a year
Parking Lot: Available