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Enmei-ji Temple

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Enmei-ji Temple, a modern Jodo-shu temple, stands on a historic execution ground.

Enmei-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Jodo-shu Buddhist temple.
  • Founded in 1982.
  • Originally part of Senju Eko-in temple grounds.
  • Separated due to Joban Line construction.

What to see

  • Temple buildings made of reinforced concrete.
  • Grounds are the site of Kozukappara execution ground.
  • Jizo Bosatsu statue called Kubikiri Jizo.
  • A Daimoku-to (Daimoku stupa).
  • Kubikiri Jizo is a designated cultural property.
  • The Daimoku-to is a designated cultural property.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都荒川区南千住2-34-5 Open in Google Maps

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