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Fushimi Inari Taisha Benten-do (Benten Hall at Fushimi Inari Grand Shrine)
台東区上野公園２−１
An octagonal hall floating on Shinobazu Pond, enshrining Hachihitetsu Benten (the eight-armed goddess of music and the arts) and Daikokuten (the deity of wealth and prosperity), both of whom serve as guardian deities of music and performing arts.
Enshrined deities
Okuninushi-no-Okami
History
Monk Tenkai constructed Nakajima (Central Island) in Shinobazu Pond, modeling it after Hoigon-ji Temple on Lake Biwa, and established the hall there. Initially, visitors arrived by boat, but as the number of worshippers increased, a bridge was built to connect the island to the shore.
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Blessings
Benten, the guardian deity of music and the arts, is worshipped for various blessings, including improved financial luck. She is depicted in various forms, such as holding a biwa (Japanese lute) or wielding weapons, attracting diverse forms of devotion.
What visitors say
Located on an island-like spot in the center of Shinobazu Pond, the site is characterized by a straight approach path extending from the mainland. The surrounding area often features bustling stalls and teahouses. Visitors can enjoy rich seasonal scenery, including lotus leaves, autumn foliage, and cherry blossoms, while the unique atmosphere is enhanced by the view of high-rise buildings in the distance.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 17:00
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