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Enshō-ji Temple

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A historic Shinshu Otani-ha temple founded in 1207 by Kujo Kanezane, now located in the heart of Asakusa.

Enshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Shinshu Otani-ha temple founded by Kujo Kanezane in 1207
  • The temple name is derived from its founder
  • It originated as a hermitage within Tofuku-ji before moving to Edo
  • The site moved to its current location after the Great Fire of Meireki

Getting there

  • The temple is a three-minute walk from Asakusa Station
  • Tawaramachi Station is located a three-minute walk from the site
  • The grounds are situated within the Nishi-Asakusa district of Taito

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Enshō-ji Temple Open in Google Maps

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