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Chōshō-ji Temple

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長昌寺

A historic Nichiren Buddhist temple founded in 1279, offering a quiet retreat and a sacred Sho-kanzeon Bosatsu statue.

Chōshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Nichiren Buddhist temple in Tokyo founded by Jakukai in 1279
  • The temple moved to its current location in 1321
  • Restored by Sakai Tadakatsu during the Genna era
  • Formerly affiliated with the prominent Minobusan Kuon-ji Temple

What to see

  • A sacred Sho-kanzeon Bosatsu statue located on the temple grounds
  • Traditional architecture reflecting its history as the mountain Shineizan

Getting there

  • A 19-minute walk from Asakusa Station
  • Approximately 21 minutes on foot from Minowa Station
  • A 20-minute walk from South Senju Station

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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