Daigiji

📍 Tokyo, Taito Ward · 1-1-4 Yanaka

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–16:00

Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Daigiji is an ancient temple standing in a quiet residential area of Yanaka. Since the days of old Edo, it has been cherished as a source of spiritual support for the local people and has a history of walking together with its parishioners. Located near Yanaka Cemetery, it is visited by many people as a temple for ancestral veneration. In the serene grounds, one can forget the bustle of daily life and face the Buddha with a peaceful heart. As a community-focused and warm temple, it continues to be loved by people today.

Benefits

Ancestral venerationFamily safety and harmonyWarding off evilFulfillment of wishesHealth and longevityGood fortune and blessings

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