A renowned Tendai temple in Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe, traditionally founded by Jikaku Daishi Ennin. The monk Tenkai, trusted advisor to Tokugawa Ieyasu, served as head priest; the relocated Edo Castle quarters are known as 'Iemitsu's birthroom' and 'Lady Kasuga's dressing room.' The 538 rakan stone statues are a highlight, each with a unique expression. The annual daruma market on January 3rd is one o…
Kita-in is traditionally said to have been founded in 830 (Tencho 7) by Jikaku Daishi Ennin under the name Muryoju-ji. The temple developed as a major Tendai center in the Kanto region through the Heian and Kamakura periods, though it fell into decline during the turmoil of the Sengoku era. In 1599 …
Cleansing impurity, spiritual purification, driving away evil. Rooted in misogi ablutions and goma fire rites.
Derived from the enshrined deity "阿弥陀如来"
Hours
Mar 1–Nov 23: weekdays 9:00–16:30, Sun/holidays 9:00–16:50. Nov 24–Feb: weekdays 9:00–16:00, Sun/holidays 9:00–16:20.
Admission
Adults ¥400, children (elementary/junior high) ¥200. Groups of 20+: ¥350/¥150.
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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