Buddhist templeShiga

Sōken-ji

摠見寺

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The current provisional main hall was built in 1932 on the former Tokugawa Ieyasu residence site.

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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.

The original main hall no longer stands. This map shows the remaining grounds.

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

Landmarks on this map

Nio Gate
This gate survives in the historic precinct and is an Important Cultural Property.
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Three-storey Pagoda
The three-storey pagoda survives beside the former main-hall terrace.
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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.

Special main-hall viewing is irregular, mainly on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

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