Buddhist temple
Shunkō-in
春江院（しゅんこういん）
Midori, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
A Sōtō temple in Ōdaka-chō, Midori Ward, Nagoya, with the mountain name Ōdakasan. Its principal image is Tahō Nyorai, and a distinctive feature is that this buddha is enshrined alone in the main hall.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Tahō Nyorai
History and things to know
According to the temple's guide, it is said to have been opened in Kōji 2 (1556) by 水野大膳, lord of Ōdaka Castle, to hold memorial services for his father, 水野和泉守, and the temple name is said to come from the Buddhist name of Izumi no Kami. According to its munafuda (ridge tag), the present main hall was built in Bunsei 13 (1830), and it is said to have been built to face Ōdaka Castle.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 春江院「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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