Daishō-ji Temple

What it is

• A temple in Tokyo's Taito-ku.
• Belongs to the Shinshu Bukkoji-ha sect.
• Founded in 1857 by Shoga.
• Moved to its current location in 1863.

What to see

• A Butsokuseki stone carving on the grounds.
• The Butsokuseki depicts Buddha's footprints.
• The carving is 1.6 meters tall.
• Its heel was damaged in a 1945 air raid.

Getting there

• 6-minute walk from Iriya Station (Hibiya Line).
• 9-minute walk from Minowa Station (Hibiya Line).
• 15-minute walk from Uguisudani Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.