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Shōtoku-ji Temple

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Shōtoku-ji Temple is a historic Jodo Shinshu temple, founded in 1298, offering a glimpse into Tokyo's past.

Shōtoku-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A temple of the Jodo Shinshu Otani sect.
  • Founded in 1298 by Zenenbo Shun'o.
  • Originally a Shingon sect temple.
  • Converted to Jodo Shinshu in 1675.

What to see

  • Diaries of former chief priest Hiratsuka Rijun.
  • 55 diaries from 1866 to 1881 are preserved.

Getting there

  • 3-minute walk from Shin-Banba Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都品川区北品川2-9-26 Open in Google Maps

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