Daikōin

Daikōin is a Buddhist temple in Ōsu housing a main hall with a wooden carving of the compassion deity created by a renowned Buddhist master. Beneath the temple sits a library holding thousands of classical Chinese and Japanese texts and manuscripts.

The temple was originally founded at a different location during an earlier period before being relocated to its current site in the 17th century. This move occurred in response to environmental challenges that made the original location untenable.

The temple has long served as a gathering place where people come to pay respects to the deity of compassion. The spaces carry a quiet reverence that shows how deeply rooted this site is in spiritual practice.

The site is open daily and admission is free, so visitors can come and go at their own pace. A large local market operates regularly, with many vendors selling antiques and household goods to shoppers and passersby.

The location houses one of the oldest known copies of a significant early Japanese text, preserved beneath the main hall. This collection of classical writings draws scholars and curious visitors interested in exploring treasures of traditional literature.

Location: Ōsu 2-chōme, Nagoya

GPS coordinates: 35.16094,136.90117

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03