Buddhist temple
Ōfuna Kannon-ji
大船観音寺（おおふなかんのんじ）
Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture
A Sōtō sect temple standing on a hill in Okamoto, Kamakura City, directly affiliated with the head temple (daihonzan) Sōji-ji, with Shō Kanzeon Bosatsu as its principal image. It is known for its white-robed Kannon statue, which can be seen from near Ōfuna Station.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Shō Kanzeon Bosatsu
History and things to know
According to the official guide, building a great Kannon statue was planned in the early Shōwa period and work began in Shōwa 4, but construction stopped because of financial difficulties and other reasons, and the statue remained unfinished for a long time. After the war, funds were raised again; work resumed in Shōwa 32, and the dedication was celebrated in Shōwa 35.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 大船観音寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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