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Kasadera Kannon

Aichi · Nagoya · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 笠寺観音（笠覆寺）

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WHAT TO DOKasadera Kannon

One of the four Kannon of Owari, with a legend of a girl who covered the figure with her hat and was seen and married by the lord.

WHEREAichi

Owari · Nagoya

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Overview

One of the four Kannon of Owari, with a legend of a girl who covered the figure with her hat and was seen and married by the lord.

About this place

Kasadera Kannon, also known as Ryūfuku-ji (笠覆寺) is a Buddhist temple located in Minami-ku, Nagoya in central Japan. It is a part of the Owari Thirty-three Kannon.

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Founded：733 (traditional) Blessings：Matchmaking

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