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Fuse Benten Tokai-ji Temple
千葉県
One of the Three Great Benten of Kanto founded by Kukai in 807, whose Kyoho-era gate dazzles with dragon carvings reminiscent of Nikko
Founded
807
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Temple
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15 min by bus from JR Abiko Station
3170 Fuse, Abiko, Chiba
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Temple
Founded 807
1219 years
Enshrined Deity
Buddhist Sect
Shingon Buzan sect
Overview
An ancient Shingon Buzan sect temple in Abiko, counted as one of the Three Great Benten of Kanto. Enshrining Benzaiten, widely worshipped for performing arts, financial fortune, and academic blessings. A distinguished temple traditionally founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai in 807. Situated on a hill overlooking Lake Teganuma, with scenic grounds surrounded by water and greenery. The main hall, tower gat…
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Origins
In 807, Kobo Daishi Kukai is said to have enshrined Benzaiten here as the temple's founding. Lake Teganuma has been a water worship site since ancient times, ideal for enshrining Benzaiten (water goddess). In the Heian period, it functioned as a Shingon esoteric practice center attracting many pract…
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Divine Benefits
Business Prosperity
Wealth & Fortune
Performing Arts
Flourishing trade, new-shop openings, successful deals. A central prayer at Inari and Ebisu shrines.
Derived from the enshrined deity "弁財天"
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