史About
Zōjō-ji (増上寺) is a Jōdo-shū Buddhist temple in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. It is the main temple of the Jōdo-shū ("Pure Land") Chinzei sect of Buddhism in the Kantō region. Its mountain name is San'en-zan (三縁山).
Zōjō-ji is notable for its relationship with the Tokugawa clan, the rulers of Japan during the Edo period, with six of the Tokugawa shōguns being buried in the Taitoku-in Mausoleum in the temple grounds. Also, the temple's Sangedatsumon (main gate) is the oldest wooden building in Tokyo, dating from 1622. The original buildings, temples, mausoleums and the cathedral were destroyed by fire, natural disasters or air raids during World War II.
It is located in the Shiba neighborhood of Minato. The Shiba Park is built around the temple, with the Tokyo Tower standing beside it. In 2015 a Treasure Gallery was opened on the underground level of the Daiden (great hall), and it currently houses paintings of Kanō Kazunobu and a model of the Taitoku-in Mausoleum.
The temple remains active "as the main temple of Jodo shu and the central nembutsu seminary for priests and novices."
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要Quick facts
| Type | Temple |
|---|---|
| Location | Shibakōen, Tokyo |
| Founded | 1393 |
| Designations | Important Cultural Property of Japan |
| Official website | zojoji.or.jp |
| Nearest stations | Shibakōen Station · 379 m Mita Line Akabanebashi Station · 511 m Toei Ōedo Line Onarimon Station · 519 m Mita Line Distances are in a straight line; walking routes are longer. |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
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What is Zōjō-ji?
Zōjō-ji (増上寺) is a Jōdo-shū Buddhist temple in Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
Where is Zōjō-ji?
Zōjō-ji is in Shibakōen, Tokyo. The nearest station is Shibakōen Station (about 379 m in a straight line).
When was Zōjō-ji founded?
1393, according to Wikidata.
What are the opening hours of Zōjō-ji?
Hours and fees change by season and for events. Please check the official website before you go: https://www.zojoji.or.jp/
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