Saikō-ji Temple
西光寺
Saikō-ji Temple is a historic Tokyo temple with a notable Koshin-to tower, founded in 1603.
What it is
- A Shingi Shingon sect Buddhist temple.
- Founded in 1603 by Satake Yoshinobu.
- Originally in Kanda, moved to Taitō in 1648.
- Served as a prayer temple for two prominent families.
What to see
- One Koshin-to tower is a designated cultural property.
Getting there
- 8-minute walk from Sendagi Station.
- 10-minute walk from Nippori Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都台東区谷中6-2-20 Open in Google Maps
この施設の関係者の方へ
このページは公開情報をもとに Japan Gems が作成し、訪日外国人向けに英語で掲載しています。 写真や情報の追加・修正を承っています。お店の写真に差し替えることもできます。
このページの情報を更新する
