常楽寺, Buddhist temple in Toyama, Japan
Jorakuji is a Buddhist temple in Toyama featuring traditional Japanese buildings set among maintained gardens with stone paths and natural landscaping. The grounds include more than 70 Kannon statues from different periods and sources.
The temple was founded during the Heian period, an era from which two important sculptural works remain under protected status. These early works demonstrate the artistic importance of the site since its establishment.
The temple functions as a place of worship where visitors can observe carefully tended gardens and statues representing different Buddhist traditions. The collection tells a story of regional connections, as donations from multiple prefectures have contributed to enriching the site.
The grounds are easily accessible and provide parking for visitors arriving by car. Opening hours are generous, allowing you to walk through the gardens and around the buildings at your own pace.
The temple houses an unusually large collection of Kannon statues that continues to grow through new donations. This expanding collection reflects a rare artistic focus that has been pursued across generations.
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