Juhoji Temple, located in Kyotanabe City, is thought to have been established in 704.
The main hall enshrines the standing statue of the temple's principal deity, the Thousand-Armed Kannon. It is a 180 cm tall wooden statue, a masterpiece designated as an Important Cultural Property. Along with the statues of Fujii-dera Temple in Osaka and Toshodaiji Temple in Nara, this statue is one of the three Thousand-Armed Kannon statues in Japan that actually have one thousand hands. On each of its hands is a charcoal drawn eye, most of which have faded with time, but some still remain. Another unique feature of the statue is how the face expressions change with the light. In the brightness of daytime, it appears solemn and dignified, while bathed in the soft lighting, such as that seen at dusk, it seems much softer and gentler. It has a mysterious fascination that captivates viewers.
Advance reservations are required to see the Thousand-Armed Kannon statue (phone: 0774-65-3422). Please provide the date of your visit and number of visitors. (Viewing is unavailable on rainy or humid days as a general rule.) You can hear explanations of the statue, so consider bringing a translation device or going with someone who understands Japanese to fully enjoy your visit.
- Tel
- 0774-65-3422
- Address
- 20 Miyamaki Tonoshima, Kyotanabe City, Kyoto
- Access
- By train : about 7 min. on foot from Miyamaki Station (Kintetsu Kyoto Line) or JR-Miyamaki Station (JR Gakkentoshi Line)
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm
Reservations are required by phone (0774-65-3422) - Price
- 500 yen
- Parking
- Free parking available
Regular-sized vehicles: 5 cars
Large vehicles : 1 bus
