Kannon-in

Western Honshū


The main attraction at this 17th-century temple is its beautiful garden, built around a pond. Gather your thoughts and contemplate the arrangement of stones and trees while sipping a cup of matcha, which is included in the admission. The city-loop bus passes near the temple; or take the ¥100 bus (red route) to the Yamanote Hall stop and walk four minutes.


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