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At a Glance
The temple is closely identified with the name 'Hyakumanben Chion-ji Temple,' linking it to the Hyakumanben crossroads area.
On the 15th of each month, worshipers move a massive 110-meter Buddhist rosary with 1,080 beads weighing 350 kilograms in a circle inside the main hall, and visitors can join in.
This temple offers 2 different goshuin designs
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Regular
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Fascinating facts about this place
The temple is closely identified with the name 'Hyakumanben Chion-ji Temple,' linking it to the Hyakumanben crossroads area.
On the 15th of each month, worshipers move a massive 110-meter Buddhist rosary with 1,080 beads weighing 350 kilograms in a circle inside the main hall, and visitors can join in.
This temple is often confused with the famous Chion-in Temple near Gion, but they're completely different places. Chion-in has a 74-ton bell that once held the world record as the heaviest functioning bell.
Chion-ji stands near Kyoto University at the Hyakumanben crossroads, tying the temple to one of Kyoto's best-known local junctions.
Seasonal celebrations and special occasions
Buddhist rosary ceremony
A huge 110m Buddhist rosary is moved in a circle by worshippers in the main hall.
Tezukuri Ichi Flea Market
Monthly handmade craft flea market held at Chion-ji Temple.
Buddhist rosary ceremony (August)
In August, the monthly rosary ceremony is held on the 25th instead of the 15th.
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Sakyo, Kyoto Prefecture
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