Jōkan-ji Temple
浄閑寺
Jōkan-ji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple in Tokyo, known for its unique connection to courtesans.
What it is
- A Jōdo-shū Buddhist temple.
- Founded in 1655.
- Known as a 'throwing-in temple' for courtesans.
- Also called 'Minowa no Jōkan-ji'.
What to see
- Shin-Yoshiwara Sōreitō memorial tower.
- Literary monument for Nagai Kafū.
When to go
- Kafū-ki event on April 30th.
Getting there
- 2-minute walk from Minowa Station (Hibiya Line).
- 4-minute walk from Minowabashi Station (Tokyo Sakura Tram).
- 10-minute walk from Minamisenju Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都荒川区南千住2-1-12 Open in Google Maps
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