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Otagi Nenbutsu-ji

temple

Otagi Nenbutsu-ji

愛宕念仏寺

4.7Est. 90Kyoto, Kansai

Overview

Hillside temple with 1,200 unique moss-covered stone statues carved by amateur artists.

A hillside temple featuring over 1,200 rakan stone statues, each carved by a different amateur artist. Every statue has a completely unique expression, and many are now beautifully moss-covered. Located beyond the main Arashiyama tourist zone.

Practical info

Japanese name
愛宕念仏寺
Nearest station
Arashiyama Station (Keifuku Arashiyama Line)
Payment
Cash only
Reservations
not required
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