Enshoji

Enshoji is a Buddhist temple in Kita-Shinjuku with a main hall housing a Dainichi Nyorai statue approximately 2.5 meters tall. The building and its layout display typical features of Japanese temple design.

The temple was relocated in 1444 to its current location after flood damage at its previous site. The Dainichi Nyorai statue was moved with the temple and has remained there since.

The temple belongs to the Rinzai Zen school, a branch of Japanese Buddhism that emphasizes meditation and direct insight. Visitors can sense this practice woven into the daily rhythm of the place.

The grounds are easily accessible by public transportation, with nearby stations providing convenient access. Plan time to explore the hall and gardens at a relaxed pace.

The temple gardens include a pond that serves as a protected habitat for Forest Green Tree Frogs. This small population contributes to efforts preserving the species in the urban area.

Location: Kita-Shinjuku

Address: 東京都新宿区北新宿三丁目23番2号

Website: https://enshoji.tokyo

GPS coordinates: 35.70406,139.69036

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06