Mokubo-ji, Buddhist temple in Tsutsumi-dori, Tokyo, Japan
The temple complex includes traditional wooden buildings, stone monuments, and multiple worship halls spread across its grounds in eastern Tokyo.
Founded in 977 by the monk Chuen, Mokubo-ji Temple was originally built to honor Umewakamaru, a young nobleman who died under tragic circumstances.
The temple maintains strong connections to Japanese performing arts, particularly through the Sumidagawa plays that narrate the story of Umewakamaru.
Located 8 minutes on foot from Kanegafuchi Station, the temple opens daily and conducts special ceremonies on April 15th for Umewakamaru Memorial Day.
The temple grounds contain the Sanyutuka monument, with calligraphy by Takahashi Deishu, and the historical Umewaka burial mound marking ancient events.
Location: Tsutsumi-Dōri
Inception: 976
Address: 東京都墨田区堤通2-16-1 131-0034 131-0034
Website: https://mokuboji.org
GPS coordinates: 35.73392,139.81428
Latest update: April 2, 2025 16:48
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