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Ryozen Kannon Temple in Kyoto is home to a towering statue of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. The temple was built to honor the souls lost during World War II. The giant white statue dominates the skyline and can be seen from afar. Visitors can walk inside the base of the statue where memorial tablets are kept. It is both a place of worship and a peace memorial.