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Taisei-ji, Buddhist temple in Mitaka, Japan

Taisei-ji temple stands near the Inokashira Pond, featuring a main hall dedicated to Yakushi Buddha and traditional Japanese architectural elements.

The temple gained prominence in the Edo period when Shogun Iemitsu reconstructed the Benzaiten Hall, which served as a spiritual center until 1924.

The temple maintains strong connections to the Benzaiten deity, attracting actors from Edo Kabuki theater who sought blessings for their artistic performances.

Visitors can reach the temple within 10 minutes on foot from Kichijoji Station, through either the JR Chuo Line or the Keio Inokashira Line.

The temple houses a Benzaiten statue attributed to Saicho from 789, making it one of the earliest Buddhist sculptures in the Tokyo region.

Location: Mitaka

Address: 東京都三鷹市井の頭4丁目26-1

GPS coordinates: 35.69889,139.57444

Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:21

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