Amahiki Kannon (Rakuhou-ji Temple)

Amahiki Kannon (Rakuhouji)

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A leading power spot in the Kanto region, boasting over 600 years of history and renowned for its blessings of warding off evil, extending life, ensuring safe childbirth, and nurturing children.

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HighlightsBlessings for warding off evil, extending life, ensuring safe childbirth, and nurturing children
Wooden statue of Kannon Bosatsu designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan
Main hall preserving the architectural style of the Kamakura period
Beautiful natural scenery throughout the four seasons
Serene temple grounds

Basic Information

Address: Honki 1, Sakuragawa City, Ibaraki Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ibaraki

Access: From Iwase Station on the Mito Line (JR East), take the Sakuragawa City bus bound for Tsukuba Yamaguchi. On weekdays, get off at “Honki” and walk 30 minutes. On weekends and holidays, get off at “Amahiki Kannon”. It's about a 15-minute drive (approximately 8km) from the Sakuragawa Tsukuba IC on the Kita-Kanto Expressway. Show route

Op.Hours: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Cld.Days: Open every day

Fee: Admission Fee: 300 yen for adults, 100 yen for children

INFO: Free parking is available. There are shops and restaurants on the temple grounds.

HP: https://www.amahiki-kannon.jp/

Overview

Amahiki Kannon (Rakuhou-ji Temple) is a Shingon sect Buzan-ha temple located in Sakuragawa City, Ibaraki Prefecture. It's the 24th temple on the Bandou Sanjusankannon pilgrimage route and the 6th temple in Ibaraki Prefecture on the Higashikoku Hana no Tera Hyakkei pilgrimage. Formerly known as Amahikiyama, its principal image is the “Enmei Kannon Bosatsu” (Bodhisattva of Long Life). According to temple lore, it was founded in 587 (year 2 of Emperor Yomei's reign) by Horin Dokushu Koji, a native of China (Liang Dynasty). Legend says the temple's mountain and name were bestowed by Emperor Saga as a result of the temple's efficacy in prayers for rain during a drought. In 1254 (Kencho 6), it was restored by Imperial Prince Munetaka, and further restored during the Kenmu period (1334-1338) by Ashikaga Takauji. This temple boasts a rich history. Amahiki Kannon has long been revered as a Kannon deity with remarkable efficacy in prayers for rain, and continues to be visited by many seeking blessings for warding off evil, extending life, ensuring safe childbirth, and nurturing children. The temple grounds feature numerous historically significant structures, including a national important cultural property, a wooden statue of Kannon Bosatsu dating from the early Heian period, and a main hall preserving the architectural style of the Kamakura period. You can also enjoy the beautiful natural scenery throughout the four seasons, with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn foliage in fall. Take a stroll through the serene temple grounds for a refreshing experience for your body and mind. Amahiki Kannon is a popular destination for tourists, being a power spot surrounded by history and nature. We highly recommend a visit.