藥王寺

The temple stands prominently among thousands of azalea bushes, featuring traditional architecture with a main hall and a large Kannon statue at its center.

This religious structure, established in the 7th century by a nun named Yao Bikuni, contains a wooden Thousand-Armed Kannon statue in its main hall.

The temple maintains its position as a center for Buddhist practices while hosting the annual Tsutsuji Matsuri celebration during the spring azalea season.

Visitors can reach the temple by taking the JR Chuo Line to Kabe Station, followed by a 15-minute walk through the residential areas of Ome.

The temple grounds contain 17,000 azalea bushes that create a natural display of colors when they bloom between mid-April and mid-May.

Location: Ome

GPS coordinates: 35.81152,139.30933

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04