Ekōin Temple is a temple of the Jodo sect built in 1657 to mourn the victims of the Great Meireki Fire. Until the construction of the old Kokugikan, donation sumo matches were held here to raise funds for public social projects.

In the precincts of the temple, there is a monument inscribed with “Chikara-zuka” and a stone monument of sumo.

Ekoin Temple Ryogaku
Ekoin Temple Ryogaku

Ekōin Temple Information

NameEkōin Temple
回向院
HoursNone
Closedwithout a holiday
FeeFree
Address2-8-10 Ryogoku, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
Telephone03-3634-7776

How To Get To Ekōin Temple

3 minutes walk from West Exit of Ryogoku Station on Sobu Line
10 minute walk from Exit A4 of Ryogoku Station on the Toei Oedo Line

Where is Ekōin Temple Located?

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