Kannon
Culture & Region
Japan (Buddhist)
Time Period
c. 7th century CE introduction from China
Domains
Mercycompassionsalvationchildbirth33 forms
Symbols & Animals
Lotuswillowvasewhite robeschild
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Asakusa (Tokyo)
- Kyomizudera (Kyoto)
- 33 temples pilgrimage
Key Myths & Stories
Hears all prayers; manifests in many forms; grants children; rescues from suffering
Related Deities
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