An'yo-in Temple
安養院
An'yo-in Temple: a historic Tokyo temple with a unique Jizo statue, easily accessible from Kita-Senju.
What it is
- A temple of the Shingon-shu Buzan-ha sect.
- Founded by Hojo Tokiyori.
- Moved to its current location after a 1598 fire.
- Served as a resting place for Edo Shoguns.
What to see
- The Kankan Jizo, which makes a 'kankan' sound.
- A sento's roof, relocated to the temple in 2022.
Getting there
- 10-minute walk from Kita-Senju Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都足立区千住5-17-9 Open in Google Maps
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