Kawasaki Daishi

Kawasaki Daishi (川崎大師), also known as Heikenji Temple (平間寺), is a popular Buddhist temple located in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The temple is dedicated to Kobo-Daishi Kukai.

Kawasaki Daishi is one of the most visited temples in Japan, attracting millions of visitors each year who come to pray for good fortune, health, and success. The temple is known for its unique architecture and beautiful gardens, which provide a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

The temple complex includes several buildings and structures, including the main hall, which houses a statue of Fudo Myoo and other Buddhist deities. There is also a pagoda, a bell tower, and a museum that houses a collection of Buddhist art and artifacts.

One of the highlights of visiting Kawasaki Daishi is participating in the Goma ceremony, which is a traditional Buddhist ritual that involves burning wooden prayer sticks to ask for blessings or to expel negative energy. Visitors can purchase a set of prayer sticks and take part in the ceremony, which is held several times a day.

The temple also hosts several annual events, including the Setsubun Festival in February and the Oeshiki Festival in October.

Getting there

From Tokyo Station to Kawasaki Daishi:

Train

Tokyo Station ↓ Ueno-Tokyo Line ↓ 18 minutes (3 stops) Kawasaki Station ↓ Walk about 8 minutes ↓ Keikyu-Kawasaki Station ↓ Keikyu Daishi Line ↓ 5 minutes (3 stops) Kawasaki Daishi Station ↓ Walk about 6 minutes ↓ Kawasaki Daishi (Cost 470 yen)

Details

Hours	April to September / 5:30 AM – 6:00 PM October to March / 6:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Admission	Free
Phone	+81 44-266-3420
Address	4-48 Daishimachi, Kawasaki Ward, Kawasaki, Kanagawa 210-8521
Official Website	https://www.kawasakidaishi.com/english/