阿彌陀寺, Buddhist temple in Aizuwakamatsu, Japan
The temple features a three-story wooden structure with a distinctive spiral staircase design measuring 16.5 meters in height at Mount Iimori.
Built in 1796 by priest Ikudo, the temple originally housed 33 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy, until their removal during Meiji restoration.
The temple's name Sazaedo refers to its resemblance to a sea snail shell, incorporating architectural elements that allow separate ascending and descending paths.
Visitors can reach the temple by taking the JR Tohoku Shinkansen to Koriyama Station, then the Banetsu-sai Line to Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
The temple's double helix design creates two independent spiral paths, enabling worshippers to complete their prayers without crossing paths with other visitors.
Location: Aizuwakamatsu
GPS coordinates: 37.50064,139.91900
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:38
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