A temple of Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha Buddhism. The main hall was reconstructed in 1934. The stone exterior is based on the ancient Buddhist temples of India and Asia, while the interior is a traditional Shinshu temple.
It is a creative temple with the main hall carved with a variety of peculiar animals, and a pipe organ inside, used to spread Buddhism through music. In 2014 the temple's main hall, stone wall and gate posts were designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan.
Name | Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple |
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Address | 3-15-1, Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo |
Tel | +81 3 3541 1131 |
Website | tsukijihongwanji.jp |
Operating hours and closing dates may change without notice. Please contact each facility to confirm availability before your visit.
Time from the hotel: approx. 30 minutes by train and foot / approx. 20 minutes by car
Time from the hotel: approx. 11 minutes by foot
Time from the hotel: approx. 45 minutes by train and foot / approx. 30 minutes by car
Time from the hotel: approx. 25 minutes by train and foot / approx. 20 minutes by car
Time from the hotel: approx. 21 minutes by train and foot / approx. 17 minutes by car