Kasamori-ji Temple

What it is

• Founded in 784 by Saicho.
• Dedicated to the Eleven-faced Kannon Bodhisattva.
• The 31st temple of the Bando 33 Kannon Pilgrimage.
• Known locally as Kasamori Kannon.

What to see

• Kannon-do hall supported by 61 pillars.
• Kannon-do hall is an Important Cultural Property.
• Two cast bronze arabesque hanging lanterns.
• Kasamori-ji Natural Forest is a national natural monument.
• Forest is a warm temperate zone remnant.
• Forest is home to various animals and birds.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.