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Jōshō-ji Temple

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This historic Zen temple, founded in 1504, offers a peaceful escape near Akabane Station.

Jōshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • Sōtō Zen temple in Akabane-nishi, Kita-ku, Tokyo.
  • Founded in 1504 by Ōta Dōkan's teacher.
  • Served as the family temple for the Ōta clan.
  • Temple grounds are a Tokyo Metropolitan Historic Site.

What to see

  • Dōkan-dō enshrining a statue of Ōta Dōkan.
  • Benten-dō, the former main hall built in 1694.
  • Current main hall completed in 1928.
  • Kannon-dō built in 2007.

Getting there

  • 3-minute walk from Akabane Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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