Ryozen Kannon Temple
霊山観音
Home to a massive 24-meter (80-foot) seated Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) statue visible from across Higashiyama district. Built in 1955 as a memorial to unknown soldiers of WWII. Visitors can enter the base of the statue to a memorial hall with tablets for the war dead.
Key Architectural & Sacred Highlights
- 24-meter seated Kannon statue (visible across district)
- Enter inside the statue base for memorial hall
- WWII memorial with tablets for the dead
- Peaceful memorial atmosphere
- Panoramic views from elevated location
- Affordable admission (300 yen)
📍 How to Get There
Nearest Station
Bus stop Higashiyama Yasui (Bus 206) - 5 min walk
Step-by-Step Directions
- 1 From Kodai-ji/Nene no Michi: 3 minute walk uphill
- 2 From Kiyomizu-dera: 10 minute walk along hillside
- 3 The giant white statue is visible from afar - walk toward it
- 4 Near Ryozen Museum of History
Live Municipal Bus Approach GTFS-RT
Nearest Stop: Higashiyama Yasui (東山安井) • ~5 min walk
Footwear & Accessibility Radar
Shoes Allowed for Giant Bodhisattva Memorial
Concrete plaza and memorial pool permit shoes.
Spacious flat plaza surrounding the 24-meter seated Kannon statue with ramped entry.
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Best Time to Visit
Any time - the giant statue is impressive year-round. Morning for clearest views of the statue. Less crowded than neighboring temples. Combine with Kodai-ji and Kiyomizu-dera visits.
Contact & Info
526-2 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0861
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