Temples & Shrines
Osu Kannon Temple
Todd WojnowskiOsu Kannon is a large, famous Buddhist temple in Nagoya. With deep history and religious importance, it's a great place to visit...
Osu Kannon Temple
The temple Kitanosan Shinpuku-ji Hosho-in in Nagoya, Aichi, is commonly known as Osu Kannon.
The temple was originally built in 1333 in Gifu Prefecture, however, due to repeated flooding, it was moved to its present location in 1612 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Today, the main hall is decorated with a large red paper lantern steadied with wires from its base; worshippers tie their wishes to these wires in hopes that they’ll be granted. An antique fair is also held on the temple grounds on the 18th and 28th of every month.
The temple is also famous for its on-ground library with over 15,000 Japanese and Chinese Buddhist works. Among them is the oldest hand-written copy of the Kojiki, the earliest account of Japanese history. While worshippers flock to the grounds daily, you’ll also find flocks of pigeons—it’s a nice place to sit and admire the union of the surrounding city with the tranquility of the temple.
Nearby visitors can also enjoy the Osu Shopping Arcade.
Overview
Address
2 Chome-21-47 Ōsu, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0011 (Map) (Directions)Hours
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Highlights
Osu Kannon Flea Market
Held on the 18th and the 28th of each month in front of Osu Kannon Temple. Visitors can find many handmade and antique items at the market.
Discover Osu Kannon Flea Market
General Amenities
- Free parking
- Paid parking
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Payment Method
- Cash only
Access
A short walk from Osu Kannon Station (Exit 2) on the Tsurumai Line.
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