Daifukuji Temple (Gake Kannon)

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"The popular name for Daifukuji Temple is ""Gake Kannon"" (""Cliff Kannon""). Located in Funakata in the city of Tateyama, it was founded by the Nara period (eighth century) monk Gyoki, who was on a walking pilgrimage of the eastern provinces. It is said that he carved an image of Eleven-headed Kannon into the cliff face of Mt. Funakata as a way of praying for safety on the seas and bountiful fishing for the local fishermen. A temple devoted to Kannon is built in front of the image to guard it, and from inside, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Tateyama Bay and Izu Oshima Island."

Spot details

Address: Chiba Pref. Tateyamashi Funakata 835 Map
Area: Tateyama / Minamiboso Area
Phone: 0470272247
Hours: [Worship times] 8:00-16:30
[Sutra office window] 8:30-16:30
Closed: In stormy weather (closed Kannon-do)
* Buddhist vacation, equinoctial week, etc. The window Hours may be changed (see HP for details)
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: *The navigation destination is set to the Daifukuji (Gake Kannon) parking lot.
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Unfortuately the shrine was closed due to the strong wind so we could not view the Kannonbosatsu.

Reviewed : 2019.03.14

Traveling to the southern part of Boso Peninsular in Chiba Prefecture used to be a long trip on single lane roads, but with the completion of the motorway, it has become much more accessible. The...
Small but nice

Reviewed : 2017.09.16

The distance from car park to the temple was shorter than I expected. Free parking and no entrance fee too. It very unique and beautiful. Those visits Tateyama should come here. You wont regret it.
Renovation complete

Reviewed : 2016.08.14

It looks fantastic. Well worth a look if youre in the area. Be sure to go up to the top and take in the great view of Tateyama Bay and out towards O-shima