Gohyakurakan-ji Temple

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五百羅漢寺

Gohyakurakan-ji Temple is a Tokyo temple founded in 1695, known for its over 300 Rakan statues.

What it is

Temple founded in 1695 by Shoun Genkei.
Principal image is Shaka Nyorai.
Moved to current Meguro location in 1909.

What to see

Over 300 Rakan statues, carved by the founder.
Statues are Tokyo Metropolitan Tangible Cultural Property.
Bell from 1774, an Important Art Object.

Getting there

12-minute walk from Meguro Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Address: 東京都目黒区下目黒3-20-11
Area: Shimo-Meguro 3-chōme, Tokyo
Official site: www.rakan.or.jp
Phone: 03-3792-6751
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30)
Admission: Adults 500 yen, Students (high school and above) 400 yen, Persons with disability certificate 400 yen, Seniors (65 and over) 400 yen, Junior high school students and younger Free
Getting there: Fudo-mae Station — about 9 min on foot (0.5 km)

Hours and admission taken from the official site on 30 July 2026. Nearest station calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors; walking time is a straight-line estimate. Check before you travel.

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