Kanzeonji Temple

Address: 5 Chome-6-1 Kanzeonji, Dazaifu, Fukuoka 818-0101, Japan. Getting there:Kanzenonji Temple is a a 20 minute walk from Dazaifu Station or a 15 minute walk from Gojo Station. Highlights: Kanzeonji is a temple of the Tendai sect of Japanese Buddhism. The temple was commissioned by an emperor in honor of his deceased mother. While Dazaifu served as the administrative center of Kyushu during the Nara and Heian Periods, Kanzeonji was Kyushu's most important temple, but its fortunes declined when Dazaifu lost political influence. What you shouldn’t missis the impressive wooden Buddhist statues, some of which are over five meters tall. The statues are now displayed in the Treasure Hall. Opening hours: 9am to 5pm Admission fee: 500yen to enter the Treasure Hall which is definitely worth to go! 😬 #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk