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Tōji-in Temple

等持院

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An original digital stamp by emonster for your Temple Quest collection.

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Ashikaga Takauji established Tojiin in 1341 with Muso Soseki as founding master.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

About the era labels

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

Hojo Main Hall
The relocated main hall has a broad nightingale-floor veranda.
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Reikoden
Images of Ashikaga shoguns flank the principal Jizo image.
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Seirentei Tea House
The hillside tea house overlooks Fuyo Pond.
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Fuyo Pond
A lotus-shaped pond anchors the western garden.
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Shinji Pond
The eastern pond follows the cursive character for heart.
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Map sources & credits

Check before you go

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

Viewing is 9:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. From 30 December through 3 January it ends 15:00, last entry 14:30.

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