Jōkō-ji Temple
浄光寺
Jōkō-ji Temple is a historic Shingon Buddhist temple with shogun connections, worth visiting for its unique cultural markers.
What it is
- A Shingon-shu Buzan-ha Buddhist temple.
- Possibly founded by Ota Dokan.
- Served as a resting place for shoguns.
- Was a betto-ji of Suwa Shrine.
What to see
- Stone where Tokugawa Iemitsu sat.
- Monument to Noda Seiemon, inventor of Fukujinzuke.
Getting there
- 4 minutes walk from Nishi-Nippori Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都荒川区西日暮里3-4-3 Open in Google Maps
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