Okadera

Okadera is located on the hillside of Okayama in the east of Asuka Village. The original name of the temple was Ryugaiji Temple, but since ancient times it has been called "Tera in Asuka no Oka" = "Okadera" from the name of the land. It is also gaining worship as the seventh temple of the 33 Kannon Sacred Ground in Nishikuni, and many prayers from all over Japan visit as Japan's first evil spirit sacred place.

The main statue of Nyoirin Kannon [Important Cultural Property] is the largest statue in Japan (a Buddha statue made of Sozo and soil) and is said to be the three major Buddhas in Japan.

Rhododendron in the spring, hydrangea in the rainy season, and autumn leaves in the fall color the precincts. During Golden Week, "Hana no Ike-Tenjiku Peony floating on the water surface" is held every year, where Tenjiku Peony (Dahlia) decorates the surface of the water, and you can enjoy the gorgeous Okadera in spring.

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