Zenshō-ji Temple

What it is

• A Shingon-shu Buzan-ha temple.
• Founded by Ryūhan in the late Muromachi period.
• Revived by Raigen in the early Edo period.
• Known as "Sumo-dera" (Sumo Temple).

What to see

• Site of Akashi Shiganosuke's retirement match.
• Former Kasai School site is a registered historic site.
• Kasai School opened in 1876 using the main hall.

When to go

• Grass sumo tournaments were held annually in September.

Getting there

• 10-minute walk from Ichinoe Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.