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Kenchuji Temple

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Kenchuji Temple

名古屋市東区筒井1丁目7−57

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A Jodo-shu (Pure Land) temple located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, formally known as Tokkozan Shujin-in Kenchuji. It is renowned as the family temple (bodaiji) housing the mausoleum of the Owari domain lords. The main hall and the Tokugawa family mausoleum are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan.

History

In 1651 CE (Keian 4), the second lord of the Owari domain, Tokugawa Mitsutomo, established the main hall and other structures to honor the memory of his father, Yoshinao. The temple's founding priest (kaizan) was Jonei Kaku Ton. Throughout the Edo period, it served as the family temple for the Owari domain lords, with numerous halls and spirit houses (reiya) constructed. Many buildings were destroyed in a major fire in 1785 CE (Tenmei 5), but the temple was revived in the following years by the ninth domain lord, Tokugawa Munetada, and the 19th abbot, Bannyo Kana.

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What visitors say

Despite being located in the heart of Nagoya, the temple grounds offer a quiet and serene atmosphere. The main hall and mausoleum are designated as Important Cultural Properties. Visitors may enter the main hall for worship, but shoes must be removed, so proper footwear management is required. Goshuin (temple seal stamps) can be obtained at the temple office, but please note the office's operating hours.

Opening hours

  • Monday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Tuesday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Wednesday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Thursday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Friday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Saturday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Sunday: 9:00 – 12:00, 13:00 – 17:00
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