Choanji Iwaidō Kannon
📍 Nagano, Matsumoto · 611 Aida, Matsumoto, Nagano
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
The Iwaidō Kannon enshrined at Choanji temple embodies Kannon's infinite compassion made manifest. Since ancient times, women seeking children have visited this sacred hall, offering heartfelt prayers at the pure well. The tender gaze of Kannon soothes the heart of every woman who comes. Countless lives have been safely born and raised in Matsumoto under this Bodhisattva's divine protection.
Benefits
Kannon's compassionFertility blessingSafe childbirth