Shiofune Kannon-ji

Shiobune Kannon Temple is located in Ome City, a suburb northwest of Tokyo. It is said that it was founded between 645 and 650 and has a history of more than 1,300 years. There are many gates and halls in the temple that have been designated as important cultural heritage. They have a history of more than a thousand years and are a very important part of the local cultural heritage. Yanchuan Guanyin Temple is famous for the flowers blooming in the temple in four seasons, and it is known as the "Temple of Flowers". Rhododendrons in spring, hydrangeas in the rainy season, lilies in summer, and twigs and other flowers in autumn are all blooming here. Among them, azaleas are especially popular. There are about 15 varieties and thousands of azaleas planted in the azalea garden in the temple. When the azaleas bloom every year, the temple will hold a Rhododendron Festival, and there will be a continuous stream of tourists.