Kanzeon-ji Temple
WannaGo
Favorite
A temple brimming with history and culture, housing numerous precious cultural assets, including a National Treasure bronze bell and Buddhist statues from the Kamakura period.
Overview
Kanzeon-ji Temple is a Shingon Buddhist temple located in Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, founded during the Heian period. Legend says it was established in 758 (Tenpyohoji 2) by Gyoki. Later, in 819 (Kōnin 10), it was rebuilt by imperial order of Emperor Saga, leading to the development of the present temple complex. Kanzeon-ji Temple houses numerous precious cultural assets, including a National Treasure bronze bell and important cultural properties—Buddhist statues—from the Kamakura period. The National Treasure bronze bell, from the Nara period, is considered one of the oldest in Japan. The Kamakura period statues include images of Batō Kannon and Fukūkensaku Kannon. The temple grounds are designated as a National Historic Site, offering a beautiful blend of nature and history. The gardens, also designated as a National Historic Site, are particularly noteworthy, featuring ponds and rock arrangements. Kanzeon-ji Temple is a temple steeped in history and culture. Be sure to visit when you are in Dazaifu, especially if you're visiting Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine.
Basic Information
- Address
- 6-1-1, Kanzeonji Go-chome, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Fukuoka
- Access
- About a 10-minute walk (800m) from Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu) Dazaifu Line, Nishi-Gojo Station. About a 16-minute walk (1300m) from Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu) Dazaifu Line, Dazaifu Station. About a 15-minute walk (1500m) from Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu) Tenjin-Omuta Line, Tofukuji-mae Station. Take the Mahoroba-go bus (Kitaya loop/Uchiyama bound) or (Dazaifu Station/Nishi-Gojo Station bound) from Tofukuji-mae Station and get off at the “Kanzeonji-mae” bus stop. It's a short walk from there. Take the Nishitetsu bus (Route 400) from Hakata Station and get off at the “Chikuyo Gakuen-mae” bus stop. It's an 8-minute walk (700m) from there. 3.8km from Kyushu Expressway Dazaifu Interchange. Show route
- Op.Hours
- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Cld.Days
- No holidays
- Fee
- Admission Fee: ¥500 for adults, ¥300 for high school students, free for junior high school students and younger
- INFO
- Parking is free. Photography is permitted, but please refrain from using flash photography. Pets are not allowed. Smoking is prohibited on the premises. Eating and drinking are permitted only in designated areas.
Recommended nearby attractions
Tochoji Temple
13.4km from Kanzeon-ji TempleNanzoin Temple
12.947km from Kanzeon-ji TempleUbai-ji Temple
21.174km from Kanzeon-ji TempleKaidan-in Temple
0.301km from Kanzeon-ji TempleKomyozen-ji Temple
1.535km from Kanzeon-ji TempleJotenji Temple
13.207km from Kanzeon-ji TempleShimizu-dera Temple
40.151km from Kanzeon-ji TempleNomiyama Kannon-ji Temple
16.903km from Kanzeon-ji TempleMunakata Taisha Hetsumiya Shrine
35.533km from Kanzeon-ji TempleDaikosen-ji Temple
9.503km from Kanzeon-ji TempleNearby Hotels
skyroom
0.198km from Kanzeon-ji TempleHydenceAoyama205
0.831km from Kanzeon-ji TempleHydenceAoyama212
0.833km from Kanzeon-ji TempleHydenceAoyama210
0.833km from Kanzeon-ji TempleGuest House Happy Highness DAZAIFU
1.045km from Kanzeon-ji TempleAo-Dazaifu
1.077km from Kanzeon-ji TempleRoute Inn Grantia Dazaifu
1.534km from Kanzeon-ji TempleHOTEL CULTIA DAZAIFU
1.644km from Kanzeon-ji TempleFutsukaichi Green Hotel
1.826km from Kanzeon-ji TempleIvy Hotel Chikushino
2.343km from Kanzeon-ji Temple