Tomb of Ogyū Sorai

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Tomb of Ogyū Sorai, Historic tomb in Mita, Japan

The tomb features traditional Japanese burial architecture with stone elements and inscriptions commemorating the life of this Confucian philosopher.

Built after Ogyu Sorai's death in 1728, this memorial site received the designation of National Historic Site of Japan in 1949.

The tomb stands at Chosho-ji Temple, representing the connection between Confucian thought and Japanese intellectual development during the Edo period.

Located in Tokyo's Minato ward, the tomb remains accessible through the Mita subway station, with informational panels providing details about the site.

The gravestone contains specific inscriptions detailing Sorai's contributions to classical Chinese studies and his role in Japanese philosophical evolution.

Location: Mita

GPS coordinates: 35.64439,139.73737

Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:25

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