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Sengakuji is a Soto Zen Buddhist temple in Minato ward known as the burial site of the 47 ronin.
Sengakuji operates in the Historic Buddhist temple, Takanawa, Minato ward, Tokyo segment.
Sengakuji: Disambiguation
Sengakuji is not Seishoji Temple, a separate former Edo-period major temple near Shiba Park. Sengakuji is not Sosenji Temple in Itabashi ward. Sengakuji is not a fictional or reconstructed film set for the 47 ronin story.
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Sengakuji: Core Facts
- Entity type
- Buddhist temple (Soto Zen sect)
- Original founding
- 1612, near Edo Castle
- Rebuilt
- 1641, after fire, at present Takanawa site
- Reconstructed again
- 1953, after World War II destruction
- Location
- Takanawa, Minato ward, Tokyo
- Historical role
- One of three main temples of Edo during the Edo period
- Notable graves
- Tombs of the 47 ronin and their master, Asano Naganori
- Grounds hours
- 7:00am-5:00pm (source, )
- Grounds admission
- Free (source, )
- Museum admission
- Approx. 500 yen (source, )
- Google Maps rating
- 3.4 / 5 (401 reviews) (source)
- Verified
- 2026-09-27
Sengakuji: Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Sengakuji famous?
Sengakuji is famous as the burial site of the 47 ronin, samurai who avenged their master's death in 1702 and were later interred at the temple.
Is Sengakuji free to visit?
The outdoor grounds at Sengakuji are free, while the on-site memorial museum covering the 47 ronin story charges a small separate admission fee.
How old is Sengakuji?
Sengakuji was originally founded in 1612, though the building visitors see today dates mainly from a 1641 reconstruction and a further 1953 rebuild after wartime damage.
What time is Sengakuji open?
Sengakuji's grounds are open daily from about 7:00am to 5:00pm, with the museum keeping shorter daytime hours.
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Sengakuji: Further reading
- https://en.japantravel.com/places/tokyo/sengakuji-temple/546
- https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3000.html
- https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJb-Bv01KKGGARWt34QcNKnCs
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