Chōraku-ji, Buddhist temple in Higashiyama district, Japan
The stone lanterns line the approach to Choraku-ji temple, where hydrangeas bloom abundantly during early summer around the main hall housing Juntei Kannon.
Saicho established Choraku-ji in 805 as a branch temple of Enryaku-ji, marking the beginning of its significant role in Japanese Buddhism.
The temple maintains traditional practices including sutra copying sessions and matcha tea ceremonies, connecting visitors with Buddhist spiritual traditions.
Visitors can reach Choraku-ji by taking a 15-minute walk from the Gion bus stop, served by both Kyoto City and Keihan bus lines.
The temple's principal image of Juntei Kannon, featuring three eyes and eighteen arms standing on two dragons, opens only during imperial enthronement ceremonies.
Location: Higashiyama-ku
Inception: 805
Founders: Saichō
Part of: 33 sites sacrés de Luoyang Kannon
Website: https://chorakuji.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.00258,135.78347
Latest update: May 11, 2025 14:17
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