天王寺

Tennoji Temple

About Tennoji Temple

Oldest of the templates in the Yanaka area, Tennoji Temple was founded in 1274. Well known for the large bronze Buddha it houses, the temple is surrounded by Yanaka Cemetery, which was once part of the temple grounds proper.

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Jyomyoin Temple

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Rinkoji Temple

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Enjuji Temple

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Hamarikyu Gardens

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Tennoji Temple

In Brief

About Tennoji Temple

Nearby & Related

Jyomyoin Temple

Rinkoji Temple

Enjuji Temple

Kokozan Daienji Temple

Nezu Jinja Shrine

Hamarikyu Gardens