Koyasu Kannon @ Shokoji Temple
Famous as a Kannon known for miraculous powers in ensuring safe childbirth and granting children
The Koyasu Kannon ーBuddhist deity of compassionー is enshrined in the inner sanctuary of Shokoji Temple. It was placed here by Emperor Kinmei, the son of Emperor Keitai, who was known for his deep filial devotion.
The Kannon Bodhisattva is known for granting blessings of childbirth and safe delivery, drawing worshippers from across the nation.
To offer prayers, people dedicate dolls, resulting in numerous dolls lining the Kannon Hall.
【Goshuin stamp】 Handwritten or pre-written
※Advance notice required. Handwritten goshuin may not always be available.
■Donation: 300 yen and up
■Reception Location: Temple Office
■Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed during New Year's, Obon, and the monthly Inu no Hi)
- Area
- Tannan
- Category
- History & Culture Temples & Shrines
- Preferences
- Open before 9 AM Open after 5 PM
Information
- Telephone Number
- Koyasu Kannon 0778-27-2423
- Address
- 福井県越前市文室町36-22
- Getting There
- Hapi-Line Fukui Takefu Station: 25 minutes by car / Hokuriku Expressway Takefu IC: 15 minutes by car
