[2025 Kyoto Attraction] Travel Guide for Ryōzen Kannon Temple (Updated Jun)

Here are some hidden gems and less visited places in Kyoto. Save this guide for your next trip! 🇯🇵 📍 Matsuo-taisha shrine, located near Arashiyama. Take the metro about 30 minutes outside of Kyoto to get here. There were barely any tourists and it was very peaceful! 📍 Chomyo-ji ~ I stumbled across this small temple while wandering around the East of the city. It’s very photogenic and there was absolutely no one else there! 📍 Studio Ghibli Store is very close to To-ji and Kiyomizu-dera in the popular areas, but it’s slightly hidden away off the street! There are cute photo opportunities inside and so much merchandise! 📍 Ryozen Kannon ~ I also found this while walking around at night, so it was really cool with the lights. When it’s open in the daytime, you can see a large statue inside. #kyoto #kyototrip #japan #japantrip #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #summerdestinations

#springitinerary Ryozen Kannon is one of those places that sneaks up on you with its quiet power. Sitting on a hill in the Gion area, this giant white Buddha looks over the city, offering a peaceful and reflective atmosphere. Built as a memorial for soldiers who died in World War II, it’s a spot for calm contemplation. The Buddha itself is huge, and beneath it, there’s a hall with memorial tablets honoring over 2 million lost souls. The whole place just has a vibe of peace, especially at sunset. Not far from Ryozen Kannon is Kodai-ji, a beautiful Zen temple founded in 1606 by Nene, the wife of a famous warlord. The temple’s gardens are so calming, with ponds, bamboo, and teahouses that make it a perfect spot to relax and soak in some history. Both spots are ideal for a quiet afternoon away from the usual Kyoto crowds.

#aprilblooms Step into tranquility at Reizan Kannon Temple, where spring breathes life into sacred stillness. Nestled at the base of Kyoto’s green hills, the towering white statue of Kannon stands watch over blooming trees and peaceful paths. This hidden gem offers a serene escape from Kyoto’s bustling spots—perfect for a mindful spring moment. #thingstodo #japantrip #temples

Escape the crowds and find peace at Ryozen Kannon Temple in Kyoto. The massive white statue of Bodhisattva Kannon offers a calm spiritual vibe, while the nearby Kodaiji Temple view surprises you with its elegant pagoda peeking through vibrant green trees. This area is a serene combination of nature, architecture, and quiet reflection. If you’re planning a Kyoto trip, don’t miss these tranquil sights. Pro tip: visit early morning or late afternoon for the best light and peaceful surroundings. #Kyoto #RyozenKannon #KodaijiTemple #JapanTravel #HiddenGems #SpiritualEscape #TempleView #ZenVibes #TripMoments #PeacefulPlaces #NatureAndCulture

#japantrip The Ryōzen Kannon is a war memorial commemorating the dead of the Pacific War located in Eastern Kyoto. The temple is perhaps most famous for its large statue of Bodhisattva Kannon, which stands at approximately 24 meters (80 feet) tall. You are allowed to explore the grounds, pay their respects at the various memorial sites, and take in the serene and contemplative atmosphere of the temple. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding area. Address: 526-2 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0825, Japan Opening Hours: 8.40am - 4pm

#japantrip We detour from our original itinerary to this temple thought that this is more worthwhile to sightsee rather than the castle 😉 True enough, this place made us droll by just looking at the Guan Yin Ma statue. Easily it is up to 5-6 floors in height! Did not expect to be this big from afar! The entire experience heighten with the perfect timing to sunset! Psst! Very less crowd here and it is paid entrance!

#2024wish Ryozen Kannon is a Buddhist temple with a giant 24 meter high Kannon - the goddess of compassion and mercy at the entrance where in Chinese culture, we called it as GuanYin. Since 1955, the place has been served as a memorial to commemorate the missing and dead of World War 2 and memorial tablets for the over 2 millions of Japanese who passed away in the war. Visiting the place, there will be entrance fee needed at JPY 300 for adult, JPY 200 for teenager and JPY 100 for child. After making the payment, an incense stick will be provided to worship the goddess. The visitors also being offered to pay JPY 100 extra to burn the incense to those people who passed away. If you would like to gain some blessing, you can rub the giant orb in front of the temple, write down your wishes in a paper and hang on there. People believe that the wishes may come true if you are sincere. Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ In 2024, I wish to travel to Perth, Australia.

Ryozen Kannon is a war memorial location, said to commemorate the lives loat during the Pacific War that happened in Eastern Kyoto. It has a huge statue of Bodhisattva Avalokiteśvara (Kannon) that is 24 meters long. It also has a shrine under the statue, that contains the memory tablets of the 2 million Japanese soldiers who died during the World War II. It is open everyday for visitors with entrance fee of ¥300. #wintergetaway