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Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

千葉県

Kanto's great Fudo Myo-o temple — a top-three warding sanctuary

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940

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1 Narita, Narita, Chiba

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Temple

Founded 940

1086 years

Overview

Head temple of the Shingon-shu Chizan-ha sect. Enshrines Fudo Myoo (Acala). Ranks second in Japan for New Year's visitors. Famous for its association with the Ichikawa Danjuro kabuki acting dynasty. The vast temple grounds feature multiple halls and pagodas spanning different eras, creating a magnificent Buddhist architectural complex that draws millions of worshippers annually.

Origins

Founded in 940 as a head temple of the Shingon-shu Chizan-ha sect. Enshrines Fudo Myoo. Ranks second in Japan for New Year's visitors. The Ichikawa Danjuro kabuki dynasty's deep devotion gave rise to their stage name 'Naritaya'.

Pilgrimage Courses

Kanto 36 Fudo Pilgrimage

Divine Benefits

Healing & Longevity

Warding Off Evil

Safe Travel

Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.

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Narita Gion Festival

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A 300-year-old summer festival with 10 floats parading through Narita's temple town.

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Fudo Myoo: The Manifestation of Dainichi Nyorai Symbolized by Flame and Sword

Why have people bowed their hands together before this wrathful figure surrounded by flames since ancient times? Fudo Myoo is a deity who "shows compassion with an angry face" and is a manifestation of Dainichi Nyorai. From identifying the kurikara sword, kensaku rope, tenchi-gan eyes, and flame halo, to the Kanto 36 Fudo Pilgrimage, this article provides detailed guidance for fire ritual (goma) pilgrimage spots in the Tokyo area including Naritasan, Meguro Fudo, and Takaosan Yakuoin.

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Setsubun Festivals at Famous Temples and Shrines — A Full Day of Bean-Throwing and Good Luck

Bean-throwing times, ritual details, and crowd tips for five of Japan's most celebrated Setsubun festivals, from Naritasan to Yoshida Shrine in Kyoto.

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Kūkai

Founder of Shingon Buddhism / Kobo Daishi

Age 166 at founding (posthumous)

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In 940, Priest Kancho founded this temple by enshrining a statue of Fudo Myoo said to have been carved by Kukai (Kobo Daishi) himself.

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Hours

Goma fire prayer rites are held daily. Morning goma begins at 5:30 AM (Apr–Sep) or 6:00 AM (Oct–Mar). Daytime sessions are generally on the hour from 9 AM to 3 PM (varies by season/day).

Admission

Entry to the temple precincts and Main Hall is free. Only the Calligraphy Museum charges admission: adults ¥500, high school/university students ¥300, elementary/junior high students free.

As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.

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