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Zojoji Temple

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4.4 (9690)

4-chōme-7-35 Shibakōen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan

The main temple of Jōdo-shū Buddhism, this compound includes ornate buildings dating to the 1600s.

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clockOpening hours

Mondays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fridays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sundays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Ali Tassavor a week ago

I would say my fav template in Tokyo and surprised why it’s not very crowded. The temple, its garden and the backdrop of Tokyo tower it’s so beautiful and a great place to take some amazing pictures. The park has a coffeeshop inside and a short walk to Tokyo tower. Definitely visit this temple if you are in the area.

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Aidan Wright 2 weeks ago

A beautiful temple with the distinctive feature of having Tokyo Tower standing tall behind the main hall. For American tourists like myself, the temple also contains two trees of note, one being planted by President Ulysses S. Grant in 1879, and the other by President George H. W. Bush in 1982. Inside the main hall, the atmosphere was very serene, with several rows of chairs set up in front of the main display should you wish to sit. I certainly recommend visiting if you're able!

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Eduardo Barrera III 4 weeks ago

This was the first temple we visited during New Year's day. The place has a lot of interesting things to see such as a short program of a monkey doing tricks as well as food stalls that were located at the side of the area. The area was crowded but it is to be expected but one can still go to the temple proper without any line.The Tokyo tower can also be seen from behind.

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marianela rios 2 months ago

Very beautiful temple. I went early in the morning around 9 am, and there weren't many people. There was service going on in the temple, and I was able to watch everything thru the open doors on the side of the temple. Watching them perform their ceremony was quite peaceful and beautiful, one of the best experiences I had in Tokyo.

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Khajornsak Jitkraserm (WindBlowsSoCool) 4 months ago

It's a beautiful place. The atmosphere in the temple is shady and quiet. Suitable for sightseeing and photography. The inside of the monastery is beautiful, but photography is not possible. You should go and see it with your own eyes. Feel the peace from the atmosphere within. And don't forget to buy souvenirs and amulets for your loved ones.