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Kōrin-ji Temple

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Kōrin-ji Temple is a historic Shingon Buddhist temple, founded in 1364, offering a glimpse into Edo-period religious life.

Kōrin-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Shingi Shingon sect Buddhist temple.
  • Founded in 1364.
  • Served as a retirement temple for Kishōin abbots.
  • Moved to its current site due to Arakawa Waterway construction.

What to see

  • The current principal image is Senju Kannon.

Getting there

  • 21-minute walk from Ōgibashi Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都足立区本木1-26-25 Open in Google Maps

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