Jushō-in Temple

What it is

• An Obaku sect temple in Tokyo's Edogawa Ward.
• Founded by Jushōin Keigetsu Genkō Zenni.
• Originated from a hermitage for Zenni's recuperation.
• Zenni and her sons founded it after her recovery.

What to see

• Benten-do hall houses the Matsumoto Benten.
• Matsumoto Benten Garyu no Matsu is a natural monument.
• This black pine tree is estimated to be 500 years old.
• Paper-colored Obaku sect founder images are cultural properties.

Getting there

• One-minute walk from Matsumoto Benten bus stop.
• 24-minute walk from JR Shin-Koiwa Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.