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Soenji Temple
台東区松が谷３丁目７−２
A Soto sect temple that enshrines Kappa Daimyojin (the Great Deity of Kappa) and is known as the 'Kappa Temple.' Kappa statues are found throughout the grounds, and the Kappa Hall houses a mummy believed to be the hand of a Kappa.
History
Founded in 1588 CE (Tensho 16) near the Wadakamon Gate in Edo, the temple was later relocated to its current site following the Meireki Fire. It is said that when the merchant Gappaya Kihachiro carried out excavation work for the Shinhorikawa Canal, Kappa assisted him. The temple became Kihachiro's family temple and, because it enshrines Kappa Daimyojin, it came to be called the 'Kappa Temple.'
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Blessings
It is believed that the spiritual power of Kappa Daimyojin brings benefits such as prosperity in business.
What visitors say
Known by the alias 'Kappa Temple,' the grounds feature paintings, ceiling art, and shrines related to Kappa. Advance reservation is required to visit the Kappa Hall. The surrounding Gappabashi Hon-dori street is well-maintained, and visitors can also enjoy views of the Skytree.
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