Buddhist templeTokyo

Kan'ei-ji Temple

寛永寺

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Tenkai established Kan’ei-ji in 1625 to pray for the Tokugawa government and the peace of the people.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

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Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Konponchūdō Main Hall
Main hall rebuilt with a hall relocated from Kawagoe’s Kitain, enshrining Yakushi Buddha.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

The temple publishes gate hours of 09:00–17:00 for the Konpon Chūdō and office location.

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