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At the base of Tokyo Tower, there is a Buddhist temple connected to the family of the Tokugawa Shogunate.
Located at the base of Tokyo Tower is Zojoji, an Omotoyama temple of the Jodo sect of Buddhism.
Enshrined in Zojoji's Ankokuden Hall is the hidden black image of Buddha worshipped by Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. Since he won one battle after after another, visiting this temple is said to increase the chance of victory.
The temple grounds feature the "Sangedatsumon," which represent the three types of training to attain enlightenment and liberation from worldly desires: "Kumon," "Muso-mon," and "Mugan-mon." These gates are also commonly known as the "Sanmon." There are also important cultural properties such as the Tokugawa shogunate family gravesite.
Surrounded by skyscrapers, spend a calm and quiet moment in the middle of the city.
Zojoji Temple and Tokyo Tower
Sangedatsumon Gate
The Daiden, or Main Hall
It's stunningly beautiful during the cherry blossom season.
The Grave of Tokugawa Ieyasu
The Former Main Gate of Taitokuin Mausoleum, located within the grounds of Zojoji Temple.
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
English, Chinese and Korean are available.
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|Do you have temple’s red ink stamps?
Yes, we do. They are available at the Ankokuden from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Is parking available?
There is no parking lot, so please use public transportation.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Even though it's in the middle of the city, the temple sits on a huge property, so the sky feels wide and it's really peaceful. It's right next to Tokyo Tower, so you'll definitely want to snap some photos. I drew an omikuji and got 'daikichi' (great luck)!
The temple has a really calming atmosphere. Plus, you can see Tokyo Tower right next to it, so I couldn't help but snap a few extra photos.