Sengakuji Temple

4.3 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Place Of Worship・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Sengakuji Temple is a famous spot in Tokyo. It is known for its connection to the tale of the 47 Ronin. The temple was built in 1612 and was moved to its current location after the Great Fire of 1641.

The main draw of Sengakuji Temple is the graves of the 47 Ronin. These samurai are celebrated for their loyalty. They avenged their master’s death, even though it meant their own end. This act is remembered as a strong example of honor and loyalty in Japanese culture.

Visitors can see statues of the samurai and their graves, which are well-preserved. Many people come to pay their respects and learn about their story. The temple also has a small museum with items linked to the Ronin.

Sengakuji Temple is easy to reach from Shinagawa Station. It provides a glimpse into a significant part of Japan’s past. If you’re in Tokyo and interested in history, Sengakuji is a place to visit.

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone

+81 3-3441-5560

Website

www.sengakuji.or.jp

The area

Address

2-chōme-11-1 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0074, Japan

Top ways to experience Sengakuji Temple

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Tokyo Private Tour by car - English speaking driver

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What other travelers are saying about Sengakuji Temple

It's a small temple, but an all-in-one cultural experience. It is the site of a famous event from the Edo period involving the 47 samurai buried there, explained on multilingual plaques and in the free audio guide. There is a museum on site (worth a visit) and they sell omamori amulets. It takes just about an hour in and out and is close to a metro station, so it's easy to fit into a busy Tokyo tour schedule.

Shane Carr

Oct 16, 2024

Nestled in the booming metropolitan, it is almost magical to find this serene environment still preserved. We bought tickets to the museum but were a little disappointed that not all elements are translated to English so you miss a part of the story. In the main area there is an incense machine for you to lite but when you go to the actual cemetery for the ronin they sell incense (for much more Yen) and you cannot use the one from the machine. Feels more like a money making opportunity. We all bought incense thinking it was required but l saw sometimes one person buys in a group. It was still a special trip & l loved learning the facts about the story as opposed to the western versions we've been accustomed to.

Melanie N-P

May 18, 2024

Moving and special. The graves of the 47 Ronin. You have to buy incense to enter and lay it on the graves. The smoke makes your eyes water and sets a mood unlike any other shrine we visited. Recommend the museums as well!

Susan Light

May 20, 2024

One of the most revered temples in Japan. The final resting place of 47 ronins and their master Asano Naganori. It was here the ronins brought the head of Kira to show their master that has been avenged. There are actually 48 graves as the Kayano Shigezane committed suicide before the vendetta took place. There's also a museum adjacent to the temple with realistic wooden statues of the ronins created in the XVIII century.

Vadim Solodukhin

Jun 21, 2024

Amazing show of respect to the 47 Ronin who avenged their betrayed Lord. The Temple is beautiful and well looked after. It was an honor to pay respect to the brave men who held respect and honor in the highest regard.