Ryōzen Kannon, Kyoto

Name: Ryōzen Kannon
Address: 526-2 Shimokawaracho Kodaiji, Higahsiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0825, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-561-2205

#70 among attractions in Kyoto

Buddhist architecture, Memorial, Sacred and religious sites

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Facts and practical information

The Ryōzen Kannon is a war memorial commemorating the dead of the Pacific War located in Eastern Kyoto. The concrete and steel statue of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteśvara was built by Hirosuke Ishikawa and unveiled on 8 June 1955. The statue is 24 m high and weighs approximately 500 tons. ()

Local name: 霊山観音 Coordinates: 34°59'60"N, 135°46'55"E

Address

526-2 Shimokawaracho Kodaiji, Higahsiyama-kuKyoto 605-0825 Japan

Contact

+81 75-561-2205

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Day trips

Ryōzen Kannon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Ryōzen Kannon open?

Ryōzen Kannon is open:

Monday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm
Tuesday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm
Wednesday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm
Thursday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm
Friday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm
Saturday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm
Sunday 8:40 am - 4:20 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Ryōzen Kannon?

Nearby attractions include Kyoto Ryozen Gokoku Shrine, Kyoto (2 min walk), Ryozen Museum of History, Kyoto (3 min walk), Kōdai-ji, Kyoto (3 min walk), Camellia, Kyoto (3 min walk).

How to get to Ryōzen Kannon by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ryōzen Kannon:

Bus

Higashiyama Yasui • Lines: 18 (7 min walk)
Kiyomizu-michi • Lines: 100, 18 (9 min walk)

Train

Gion-shijo (16 min walk)
Kiyomizu-gojo (21 min walk)

Metro

Higashiyama • Lines: T (18 min walk)
Keage • Lines: T (19 min walk)