Saikyō-ji, Buddhist temple in Mukōgaoka, Japan
The temple grounds encompass four separate gardens, with one featuring a pond designed to mirror the shape of Lake Biwa.
Prince Shotoku established the temple for his Korean teachers Eji and Eso, followed by restoration work from high priest Ryogen.
Saikyō-ji functions as the principal temple of the Tendai Shinsei Buddhist sect, overseeing more than 450 branch temples throughout Japan.
Visitors can reach the temple via a 20-minute walk from Keihan Sakamoto Station or use the parking facilities with 50 spaces.
The temple buildings incorporate numerous monkey-shaped tile decorations across the grounds, relating to the Year of the Monkey.
Location: Mukōgaoka
Address: 東京都文京区向丘2丁目1-10 113-0023 113-0023
GPS coordinates: 35.71742,139.75897
Latest update: March 14, 2025 21:45
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