Yatdera Kannon Hall

📍 Nara, Yamatokoriyama · 3549 Yada, Yamatokoriyama, Nara

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Hours

8:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Known since ancient times as a Kannon hall delivering salvation to those suffering from eye ailments. Reputed as Japan's oldest experimental healing temple, it has continued answering prayers across more than eleven centuries. The gentle light of Kannon illuminates the darkened vision of all who seek relief.

Benefits

Kannon's compassionhealing of eye diseaserealization of wishes

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