Kamabuchi Kannondo (Tako-cho, Aomori Prefecture)

While the exact date of its founding remains unknown, historical records from 1794 indicate that this site has been a center of worship since 1592. For generations, it served as the administering temple for the Kamabuchi Sho-Kannon. Today, a magnificent, ancient ginkgo tree standing on the grounds serves as a living testament to its long and storied history. In 1722, a monk named Minegakushu, the 6th head of Hachinohe's Daiji-ji Temple and a native of this area, completed the creation of the "Sentai-butsu" (One Thousand Buddha Statues) here. This precious historical site allows visitors to feel the profound faith and devotion of the local community that has endured for centuries. Kamabuchi Kannon Hall is also well-known as the 27th station on the "Nukabe 33 Kannon Pilgrimage," making it a beloved destination for pilgrims.