Kappa-dera Temple
曹源寺
Kappa-dera Temple is a Soto Zen temple dedicated to kappa, with unique kappa artifacts.
What it is
- Sogen-ji is a Soto Zen temple.
- It is known as Kappa-dera Temple.
- Founded in 1588 near Wadakura-mon in Edo.
- Enshrines Kappa Daimyojin.
What to see
- Main hall displays kappa paintings by manga artists.
- Kappa-do hall houses a mummy believed to be a kappa's hand.
- Kappa statues are located throughout the grounds.
When to go
- Admission is free during the daytime.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都台東区松が谷3-7-2 Open in Google Maps
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