Located in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple is a significant Shinto and Buddhist temple complex that originated in the Edo period. The shrine was originally dedicated to the god of fertility, prosperity, and good fortune, but it has since been renamed to honor its founder, Tsukiji Hongan, a prominent Buddhist priest from Kyoto.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Sun Goddess, God of Good Fortune
- Coordinates
- 35.3223753, 139.3923349
Visitor tip
For visitors interested in a unique shopping experience, try the nearby Ameya Yokocho market, where you can find fresh seafood, vegetables, and other local specialties.
Cultural notes
Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional Japanese architecture. The shrine's main hall, the Kongobu-dai, features a large statue of Amaterasu, the Shinto sun goddess.