Jōtoku-in Temple
常徳院 (世田谷区)
Jotoku-in is a Soto Zen temple in Tokyo with a historic Kannon statue and unique painted ceiling.
What it is
- A temple in Miyasaka, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo.
- Belongs to the Soto Zen sect.
- Founded by Ashikaga Yoshihisa.
- Moved to Miyasaka in 1486.
What to see
- Eleven-faced Kannon statue, attributed to Jikaku Daishi Ennin.
- Main hall with an irimoya-zukuri style roof.
- Main hall ceiling has 143 painted panels of flowers and birds.
When to go
- Kannon statue displayed annually on August 20.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都世田谷区宮坂2丁目1番11号 Open in Google Maps
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