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Yakuō-in Temple

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Yakuoin is a historic Shingon-shu temple, founded in the Genroku era, worth visiting for its serene atmosphere.

Yakuō-in Temple
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What it is

  • It is a Shingon-shu Buzan-ha temple.
  • Founded by Jozen during the Genroku era (1688-1704).
  • Formerly a branch of Nishiarai Daishi Sojiji.
  • Became a branch of Hase-dera temple in 1939.

Getting there

  • 11-minute walk from Kohoku Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都足立区江北3-18-22 Open in Google Maps

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