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Arai-yama Baichoin
〒165-0026 東京都中野区新井５丁目３−５
A temple of the Shingon Tozan sect located in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, and the largest temple in the ward.
History
Founded during the Tensho period (1573–1593 CE) by the monk Kai-gi, who established the temple, and the monk Gyoshun, who served as the founding patron. It was originally named Arai-yama Yakuo-ji (Arai-yama Medicine King Temple) and is commonly known as Arai Yakushi.
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Blessings
Known as a Yakushi (Medicine King) temple for child-rearing.
What visitors say
Renowned as a famous temple enshrining Yakushi Nyorai (Medicine Buddha), it offers a serene atmosphere for worship. The surrounding area features historic shopping streets, allowing visitors to feel the charm of a traditional temple town. Goshuin (shrine or temple calligraphic seal stamps) are available as pre-written copies. The temple also offers services such as Goma (fire rituals), the distribution of Omamori (protective amulets), and Ofukidashi (burning of personal items as an offering).
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00
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