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Zenshō-ji Temple

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Zenshoji Temple offers a glimpse into Tokyo's resilience through centuries of destruction and rebirth.

Zenshō-ji Temple
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What it is

  • A Jodo Shinshu Honganji-ha Buddhist temple.
  • Originally founded in Odawara, Sagami Province.
  • Relocated to Edo, then to its current Tokyo site in 1928.
  • Rebuilt multiple times after destruction from wars and earthquakes.

When to go

  • Restored in 1970, it stands as a modern temple.

Getting there

  • 5-minute walk from Shimo-Takaido Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

東京都杉並区永福1-6-8 Open in Google Maps

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