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Kōshō-in Temple

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Kōshō-in Temple is a historic Jōdo-shū temple, notable for its Kannon statue and awards.

Kōshō-in Temple
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What it is

  • A Jōdo-shū Buddhist temple.
  • Founded in 1646 by Jōren-sha Jakuyo.
  • Moved to its current location during the Hōreki era.

What to see

  • The main image of Amida Sanzon.
  • Asakusa San'ya Kōjun Kannon statue in the cemetery.

Getting there

  • 15-minute walk from Minami-Senju Station.
  • 17-minute walk from Hibiya Line Minowa Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都台東区清川1-8-11 Open in Google Maps

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