Kanzeon-ji Temple

What it is

• Tendai sect temple founded by Emperor Tenji.
• Construction began in the latter half of the 7th century.
• Principal image is Sho Kannon.
• 33rd sacred site of the Kyushu Saigoku 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.

What to see

• Many cultural properties, including Buddhist statues.
• Kaidan-in, established in 761, one of Japan's three great ordination halls.
• Temple's bell, considered one of Japan's oldest.
• Bell's sound selected as one of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan.
• Temple grounds are a National Historic Site.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.