Setagaya Kannon
📍 Tokyo, Setagaya Ward · 4-9-4 Shimoba
About
Mountain 世田谷山
Sect 単立
Principal 聖観世音菩薩
Founded 1951年(昭和26年)
Founder 太田睦賢(開山)
Heritage 木造不動明王及八大童子像9躯(重要文化財)
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
6:00–16:00
Fee
¥500
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
History
A sacred place enshrining the compassionate Kannon Bodhisattva. Standing in the Shimoba area of Setagaya, it is a holy site where many visitors come seeking peace of mind. Kannon, as the name 'Kanzeon' suggests, is a Buddha who listens to the suffering voices of all people and extends a helping hand. Even in the busy modern day, visiting here allows one to be enveloped in silence and compassion, experiencing a sense of spiritual purification. The serene atmosphere of the grounds is truly worthy of being called an oasis in the urban landscape.
Benefits
healing from illnessfulfillment of wisheswarding off misfortunehousehold safetytraffic safetyblessing for childrensafe childbirth
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