Sengaku-ji Temple
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Deity: Shakyamuni Tathāgata Place: Tokyo
Sengaku-ji Temple. Dedicated to Shakyamuni Tathāgata. Located in Tokyo.
- Primary Deity
- Shakyamuni Tathāgata
- Built
- 1612
- Address
- 二本榎通り, 高輪二丁目, 高輪, 港区, 東京都, 108-0074, 日本
History
Sengakuji Temple, founded in 1612, is a significant Buddhist temple located in Takanawa, Tokyo. It is known for its connection to the samurai and the famous story of the 47 Ronin, who avenged their master's death and were later buried here.
Spiritual Significance
The temple is a site of reflection and reverence, embodying the principles of loyalty and honor in Japanese culture.
- Nearest City: Tokyo