Ofuna Kannon-ji Temple

The giant, white statue of Kannon is formally known as the Byakui Kannon (“White-robed Kannon”) and is actually a bust rather than a full figure. Construction began in 1927 and, after being interrupted by the Great Depression, was completed in 1960. The bust enshrines mortuary tablets dedicated to Kamakura citizens who have fallen in battle, and each year a memorial service is held to comfort their souls. The Ofuna Kannon-ji, the temple on whose grounds the statue stands, is a direct branch temple of the Soji-ji Temple, the head temple of Soto Buddhism. The Ofuna Kannon-ji Temple’s principal object of worship is a figure of the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara.

Spot details

Address: Kanagawa Pref. Kamakurashi Okamoto 1-5-3 Map
Area: Kamakura Area
Phone: 0467431561
Hours: 9:00-16:00
Fees: [Adults (High school students and above)] 300yen
[Children] 100yen
[Groups (20 people or more)] 200yen
* Free for those with Fukuju Techo or Disability Techo
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
English Menu: Available (English/Chinese pamphlet Available)
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: The approach may be dangerous during stormy weather, so the gate may be closed.
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Possible (please hold the womb)