A magnificent temple for a peaceful place of contemplation. It should be a must-see for any passing visitor, but this place would undoubtedly lose what makes it a haven of peace, mercy, and compassion. A truly beautiful moment for me. I'm adding a few photos even though there are already some very beautiful ones, except for the adjacent shrines and the magnificent tree in the parking lot.
You can see various Buddhas such as the pat-down Buddha, Jizo, Nio, and Acala. It has 1,256 Enku Buddhas. It is said that Toshiie Maeda worked hard to restore the temple.
September 27, 2025 - We made it in time for the end of the Hagi season.
May 4, 2025 - Went to visit Arako Kannon Temple. As it was a national holiday, there were cars with license plates from far away. There was parking (free) for 4-5 cars. There was even a conch horn man. It sounded great. Thank you very much. After visiting the temple, we saw a sign and decided to visit the birthplace of Maeda Toshiie (Arako Castle ruins).
Yes, people of all ages are welcome at the temple.
No, admission to Arako Kannon Temple is free for all visitors.
The temple can be visited year-round during its opening hours. Still, it is beautiful during the cherry blossom season in spring (late March - early April) and autumn foliage season (mid-November - early December).
While there may not be official English tours, the temple grounds and statues are self-explanatory and can be enjoyed without a guide.
