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Gangyō-ji Temple

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Gangyoji Temple, a historic Jodo-shu temple, offers a glimpse into Edo-period religious practices.

Gangyō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Jodo-shu temple.
  • Founded by Gyoki in the mid-Nara period.
  • Revived by Kanyo Yushun in 1462.

What to see

  • Jizo-do hall on the temple grounds.
  • Jizo Bosatsu statue created in 1652.
  • Grave of Sakakibara San, doctor to Tokugawa Iemitsu.

When to go

  • Known for its Juya Hoyo service.

Getting there

  • 4-minute walk from Shin-Banba Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都品川区南品川2-1-12 Open in Google Maps

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