Nanzoin Temple
南蔵院
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A serene mountaintop temple complex in Sasaguri, Japan, featuring one of the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha statues.

📜 Shingon Buddhist temple, head sacred place of Sasaguri Shikoku Pilgrimage.
🔍 Home to one of the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha statues, 41m long, 11m high, 300 tons.

Why Go

🙏 Experience a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site
👀 See the massive reclining Buddha statue
🏞️ Explore walking paths through dense forest with waterfalls and caves
🚶 Easy access near Kido-Nanzoin-mae Station

Why Avoid

🚫 Strict rules: no loud talking, selfie sticks, tattoos, revealing clothes, or flamboyant photos
❌ Not a tourist spot, requires quiet and respectful behavior
🚌 No bus parking allowed

Tips

🗣️ Foreign groups require a Japanese or English speaker
📝 Groups of 10+ need advance permission for discounted entry

Cost

💰 Admission 300 yen (500 yen from March 1, 2025), free for children under 18. Inside Buddha visit 500 yen donation.

Hours

🕒 Reclining Buddha area 9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30). Main hall and 45th temple 24 hours.

🅿️ Parking

Car parking available. No bus parking.

Last updated 28 days ago

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