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Myohoji Temple
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A hundred Kannon statues allowing devotees to complete three major pilgrimage circuits in a single visit — the "Hundred Kannon" of Numabukuro
Founded
1914
Type
Temple
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8 min walk from Seibu Numabukuro Station
Numabukuro 2-28-20, Nakano-ku, Tokyo
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Temple
Founded 1914
112 years
Enshrined Deity
聖観世音菩薩
Buddhist Sect
Shingon Toji
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Overview
A Shingon Toji-ha temple founded in 1914 (Taisho 3), popularly known as the 'Hundred Kannon'. One hundred Kannon Bosatsu statues are enshrined in the precincts, allowing visitors to complete the Shikoku 88, Saikoku 33, and Chichibu 34 pilgrimage circuits in a single visit. Located in the residential area of Numabukuro, Nakano Ward, the spectacular array of Kannon statues is awe-inspiring. Each sta…
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Origins
Myohoji Temple was founded in 1914 (Taisho 3) as a temple of the Shingon Toji-ha sect in Numabukuro, Nakano Ward, Tokyo. While detailed records of its founding circumstances are limited, it is said to have been established as a spiritual refuge for the local community against the backdrop of growing…
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Divine Benefits
Healing & Longevity
Matchmaking
Safe Childbirth & Fertility
Warding Off Evil
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "聖観世音菩薩"

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Festivals & Events
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8月
13
Myohoji Temple Summer Dance Festival
Bon Odori and summer festival at Myohoji Temple in Nakano Ward. This ancient Nichiren Buddhist temple holds a lively bon dance during the Obon season, with food stalls and community gatherings making it a beloved summer event in Nakano.
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