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Banryuji Temple
目黒区下目黒３丁目４−４
A Jodo-shu (Pure Land) temple located in Meguro Ward, Tokyo. The grounds house Iwaya Benten, a cave shrine known as the Benten (goddess of wisdom and arts) of the Yamanote Seven Lucky Gods.
History
Founded during the Keian era (1648–1652 CE). It originally began as a small hermitage called Shomyoin located at the foot of Kogyosaka. In 1710 CE (Hoeyo 7), it was relocated to its current site by the monk Re'un and renamed Banryuji.
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What visitors say
A small temple situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, characterized by a garden centered around a pond and a approach path resembling a green tunnel. Highlights include the Benten shrine within the cave and the 'Oshiroi Jizo' (Jizo statue associated with beauty), which is said to grant the benefit of becoming beautiful. The temple exudes a rich, atmospheric charm. Goshuin (temple calligraphic seal stamps) can be received at the administrative office located in front of the main hall.
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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