Shōgan-ji Temple

What it is

• Buddhist temple founded in 1610 in Yushima.
• Moved to Tateishi in 1932 after earthquake reconstruction.
• Its chief priest is a vocalist, astronomer, and magician.

What to see

• Main hall is a wooden structure.
• Lion stone sculptures are on the grounds.
• Dinosaur models are displayed.
• Planetarium called 'Gingaza' was installed in 1996.
• Sutra simultaneous interpretation machine is available.

When to go

• Planetarium is open to the public twice a month.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.