Osu Kannon
Osu Kannon is a Buddhist temple whose current buildings are mid-20th-century reconstructions after fire and wartime bombing destroyed earlier structures, though the temple's history and its library of ancient texts and manuscripts (kept elsewhere for preservation) date back centuries. It sits at the entrance to the lively Osu Shopping Street district, making the temple and the surrounding market atmosphere a natural combined stop.
A lively flea market is held on the temple grounds on certain days of the month (traditionally the 18th and 28th), adding an extra reason to time a visit around those dates if convenient.
Osu Kannon FAQs
No, the temple grounds are free to enter.
Yes, it sits right at the entrance to Osu Shopping Street, so the two are typically visited together.
Traditionally on the 18th and 28th of each month, though it's worth confirming current scheduling before planning around it.
The buildings are mid-20th-century reconstructions after fire and wartime damage; the temple's founding history is much older.
About 20-30 minutes for the temple alone.
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