Iiyama Kannon, Buddhist pilgrimage temple in Atsugi, Japan.
Iiyama Kannon is a Buddhist temple in Atsugi that houses a bronze statue of Juichimen Kannon Bosatsu in its main hall from the Edo period. The grounds feature natural surroundings that create a quiet setting for worship and contemplation.
The temple was founded between 725 and 835 AD, with historical records suggesting links to Buddhist monks Gyoki or Kukai. These connections reflect its importance in the development of Buddhism across the region.
This site marks the sixth station of the Bando Sanjusankasho, a pilgrimage route connecting 33 temples across the Kanto region. Visitors walking this path stop here to pay respects as part of a long-standing spiritual tradition.
The temple is accessible by bus from Hon Atsugi Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line. The grounds are open to visitors year-round, allowing flexible planning for a brief stop or longer reflection.
The grounds extend into Iiyama Hakusan Shinrin Park, where an observation point offers views of Yokohama and Shinjuku from Mount Haku. This vantage point combines spiritual experience with scenic overlooks that many visitors overlook.
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