This renowned Buddhist temple is famous for its 1,001 life-sized wooden statues of the goddess Kannon.
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Sanjūsangen-dō, officially Rengeō-in, is a long, austere temple hall in eastern Kyoto, best known for housing 1,001 life-sized statues of Kannon arranged in precise rows. Founded in 1164 and rebuilt in the 13th century, the hall stretches across 33 bays, a traditional architectural unit that gives the temple its name. The interior is quiet and intense rather than decorative, shaped by repetition, scale, and disciplined craftsmanship. Sanjūsangen-dō is less about strolling or scenery and more about sustained attention, offering one of Kyoto’s most concentrated encounters with Buddhist art and devotional space.
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- Cultural Exhibits
- Gift Shop
- Guided Tours Available
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