Saikō-in Temple
西光院
Saikō-in Temple, founded in 1307, offers a glimpse into ancient Buddhist art and history.
What it is
- A Shingi Shingon sect temple in Adachi Ward, Tokyo.
- Founded in 1307 by a grandson of Chiba Tsuneshige.
What to see
- The current principal image is Dainichi Nyorai.
- Original principal image was Ushida Yakushi, said to be by Kūkai.
- Cemetery holds graves of Ishide Tatewaki Yoshifuka and Morofuka.
- Morofuka's monument records his father's achievements.
Getting there
- 7-minute walk from Keisei Sekiya Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都足立区千住曙町27-1 Open in Google Maps
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