Category: Temples

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The grand main hall (Hondo) of Sengakuji Temple in Tokyo – a peaceful Sōtō Zen Buddhist sanctuary famous as the burial site of the 47 Ronin.

Nestled in the bustling Minato district of Tokyo, Sengakuji Temple stands as a serene oasis of history and spirituality, most famous as the final resting place of the legendary 47 Ronin. This Sōtō Zen Buddhist temple draws visitors from around …

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Kanda Myojin Shinto Shrine Tokyo

Kanda Myojin Shrine: Tokyo’s Ancient Power Spot Next to Akihabara Nestled on a small hill just steps from Akihabara’s neon lights, Kanda Myojin (also called Kanda Jinja) is one of Tokyo’s oldest Shinto shrines. Founded in 730 AD, it has …

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Hanazono Shrine in Shinjuku, Tokyo

Hanazono Shrine Shinjuku Tokyo: A Timeless Oasis in the Heart of the City Nestled amid the neon chaos of skyscrapers, bustling streets, and endless crowds in Shinjuku—one of Tokyo’s most vibrant business and entertainment districts—lies Hanazono Shrine (花園神社, Hanazono Jinja). …

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Devotees at Koganji Temple in Tokyo's Sugamo district carefully washing the famous Arai Kannon statue – a popular Buddhist healing ritual where pouring water on the statue is believed to relieve pain in the same part of one's own body.

Koganji Temple is a Buddhist Temple located in Sugamo Tokyo, just 6 stops from Shinjuku Train Station on the Yamanote temple. Kogangi is often referred to as the Healing Temple. Kaganji Temple is popular with locals not just to come …

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Iconic framed perspective through a small red torii gate toward the grand main shrine building at Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo – a serene pathway leading to the heart of this historic and solemn Shinto memorial in Chiyoda ward

Yasukuni Shrine or Yasukuni Jinja (靖国神社) located in Tokyo was built by Emperor Meiji in 1869. Yasukuni Shrine enshrines over 2,466,000 names of Japanese people who have died during war time. This includes the Boshin War, Seinan War, Sino-Japanese War, …

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The majestic main hall of Tokyo's oldest temple, Sensō-ji in Asakusa – vibrant red Hondō with intricate roof details, massive lanterns, and sacred atmosphere, Japan's most visited spiritual site

Asakusa is close to the centre of Tokyo and home to a number of impressive temples including the largest Buddhist Temple Sensoji. Sensōji (浅草寺) Temple is visited by many Japanese and visitors to Tokyo. When you first approach Sensōji Temple …

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Majestic golden standing Buddha statue at Zenshoan Temple in Tokyo – towering serenely over the peaceful Yanaka cemetery, a beautiful and lesser-known Buddhist site in the old-town Yanaka neighborhood.

Zenshoan Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Taito-ku Tokyo, around 15 minutes walk from Nippori Train Station, which is 10 stops away from Shinjuku Train Station. In particular, Zenshoan Temple is a Buddhist Rinzai Zen which is a specific type …

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