Daishin-ji Temple
大信寺
A historic Jodo sect Buddhist temple in Tokyo known for its connection to traditional shamisen instrument makers.
What it is
- A Jodo sect Buddhist temple founded by Ryoko Shonin in 1611
- Commonly known as Shamisen-dera due to its history with instrument makers
- Relocated from Minami-Hatchobori to its current Mita site in 1635
- The formal name of the site is Hotozan Hojuin Daishin-ji
What to see
- The burial site of Ishimura Genzaemon dating back to 1636
- Graves belonging to the Ishimura Omi family of shamisen makers
Getting there
- A two minute walk from Shirokane-Takanawa Station
- An eight minute walk from Sengakuji Station
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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