Myōren-ji, Buddhist temple in Minami-Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan
Myōren-ji is a Buddhist temple in a residential area of Minami-Shinagawa, built with traditional Japanese architectural features including wooden structures and curved rooflines. The grounds contain several religious spaces and burial areas arranged within a modest compound.
The temple was founded in 1457 by monk Nittan and became an important center in the local Buddhist community. Two of its early abbots went on to lead other significant temples in later years.
The temple serves as a place of Buddhist practice where visitors can observe the quiet rhythm of daily worship and meditation. The spatial arrangement and simple decorations reflect the principles that guide life here.
The temple is located roughly 150 meters from Shin-Bamba Station, making it easy to reach by public transport. The grounds are open to visitors who wish to spend time exploring the quiet spaces at their own pace.
The grounds contain burial sites of several notable individuals from different periods, including a former courtesan and a former politician. The temple also preserves historical manuscripts that have been recognized as an important cultural property by local authorities.
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