Benten Island
弁天島
An artificial island in Ueno Park featuring a temple dedicated to Benzaiten, modeled after Chikubu Island in Lake Biwa.
What it is
- An artificial island located within Shinobazu Pond in Tokyo's Ueno Park.
- A temple dedicated to the goddess Benzaiten stands on the island.
- The monk Tenkai ordered its construction after the founding of Kaneiji Temple.
- The island is also known by the name Nakanoshima.
What to see
- The temple building dedicated to the deity Benzaiten.
- A stone bridge and land path constructed around 1670 for easy access.
- Views of the surrounding Shinobazu Pond from the island's edge.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Benten Island Open in Google Maps
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