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Osu Kannon Temple

Osu Kannon Temple

This is the most important sacred site of Kannon in Nagoya, which watches over the Osu Shopping District.

31 Aug 2026 See More

When visiting the Osu Shopping District, don't just focus on shopping and food—nearby Osu Kannon Temple is also well worth a stop!

This historic temple still retains the strong atmosphere of an ancient temple despite being rebuilt, and it is an important spiritual center protecting the Osu Shopping District and nearby residents. The temple also has a library that preserves precious Buddhist scriptures, giving it deep cultural significance.

My favorite part was the handwritten goshuin, with beautiful calligraphy and a warm, personal touch. However, there's another special star at the temple—the nearby feral pigeons have a huge presence, with whole flocks occupying the area around the temple. Somehow, it's quite an impressive sight! Unfortunately, I was in too much of a hurry this time and couldn't capture the spectacular sight of the entire flock taking flight.

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This place is basically one huge treasure-hunting area, with long-established shops, affordable food, vintage clothing, trendy accessories, and even an otaku paradise!

What I like most is that the food is delicious and inexpensive. Every few steps, you'll see something you want to eat, so it's impossible to stop snacking while browsing. The shops are also full of character, and you'll often suddenly come across something and think, “Huh? What's this? It looks interesting!” 😂

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