Fukuyama super view: Abuto Kannon was actually the model site for Spirited Away and Ponyo!

Fukuyama’s most spectacular view! What is the Abuto Kannon (Goddess of Mercy), also the model site for Spirited Away?

Fukuyama City in Hiroshima Prefecture, which has many tourist attractions, is famous for Tomonoura, where the streets of Edo (old Tokyo) still remain!

Did you know that the Abuto Kannon is actually located very close to Tomonoura?

The Abuto Kannon is located in Bandaiji Temple, and because of its distinctive location, Hiroshige Utagawa, a famous ukiyoe artist of the Edo period, visited this place and painted a work of Abuto Kannon.

In this issue, we would like to give you a thorough explanation of the Abuto Kannon!

The view is spectacular from the Abuto Kannon!

The view of the Seto Inland Sea that can be seen from here is unforgettable.

This is a spectacular viewpoint overlooking the horizon, but those who are afraid of heights may find it difficult to visit the temple!

Be careful not to fall off the cliff when you visit.

■ Be careful when looking down!

The path along the way is the world of Spirited Away!

The road to the Abusagi Kannon is built like the building [Aburaya] in the Ghibli movie Spirited Away!

This is a very beautiful place that will make you feel as if you have been drawn into a mysterious and otherworldly place!

No matter how many times you visit, you will be overwhelmed!

Another name for Abuto Kannon【Kannon the Boobie Kannon】

Another name exists for the Abuto Kannon.
Its name is [boobie kannon].

According to local people, they prayed for easy childbirth and for a lot of mother’s milk.

If you are expecting a baby, this is the place to go!

How to get to Abuto Kannon

Directions to Abuto Kannon

Information about Abusubi Kannon

SpotAbuto Kannon/ Bandaiji Temple
Adress1427-1 Notohara, Numakuma-cho, Fukuyama City, Fukuyama 720-0312, Japan
Regular closing dayNone
Business Hours8:00~17:00
Entrance feeJunior high school students and older: 100 yen, Elementary school students: 50 yen
Parking area4 cars free
InstagramAbuto Kannon(@bandaiji_abuto) • Instagram Photos and Videos
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Summary of Abuto Kannon

We have introduced the Abuto Kannon in this issue.

Historically, it is said that Hiroshige Utagawa visited the area and painted a picture of the Abusubi Kannon, and in modern times, it is said to be the origin of Ghibli’s works (Spirited Away, Ponyo on the Cliff).

In addition, Abuto Kannon, also known as “boobie Kannon,” is a deity of fertility and safe childbirth!

Why not visit us when you visit Fukuyama and Tomonoura?

Abuto Kannon (Tomonoura) and Surrounding Area

Tomonoura itself is said to be the model for “Ponyo on the Cliff,” and a visit to Tomonoura is also a good idea!

There is also a café in Tomonoura called “Sarasuwatei,” a hole-in-the-wall café that is highly recommended!

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