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Matsuchiyama Shoten
東京都
Founded in 595, predating Senso-ji — a sanctuary of marital harmony where daikon and purses are offered
Founded
595
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Temple
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10 min walk from Asakusa Station
7-4-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
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Temple
Founded 595
1431 years
Enshrined Deity
大聖歓喜天
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Buddhist Sect
Shokannonshuu
Overview
Said to be the oldest temple in the Asakusa area, predating even Senso-ji. The principal deity Daisho Kangiten (Shoten-sama) is a hidden Buddhist image renowned for blessings of marital harmony and business prosperity. Kinchaku (money pouch) and daikon (radish) motifs appear throughout the grounds, symbolizing commercial success and good health respectively. Built atop a small hill about 10 meters…
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Origins
Founded in 595 CE when a golden dragon reportedly descended upon this hill and the deity Shoten appeared. Predating Senso-ji (founded 628), it is considered the oldest temple in Asakusa. During the Edo period it drew devoted worship from commoners, especially merchants. It frequently appears in nove…
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Derived from the enshrined deity "大聖歓喜天（聖天）"

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Matsuchiyama Shoten Summer Festival
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The summer festival at Matsuchiyama Shoten (Honryuin Temple) in Asakusa. This unusual temple enshrining Kangiten (the Shoten deity) is known for its daikon radish and purse offerings. Summer events are held at this temple on a small hill beside the Sumida River.
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Hours
Main hall open 6:00–16:30, open year-round. Goshuin issuance/phone reception 8:30–16:30.
Admission
Free to enter grounds/main hall.
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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