Buddhist temple
Sōton-ji
相頓寺（そうとんじ）
Ageo, Saitama Prefecture
A Jōdo-shū temple in Gobanchō, Ageo, formally called 快楽山 Anyōin Sōton-ji. Its principal image, a standing Amida Nyorai, is designated a cultural property of Ageo City.
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: Amida Nyorai
History and things to know
According to the temple's tradition, it is said to have been founded here in Eitoku 2 (1382) by the priest 良順, who served as the 4th abbot of Kōmyō-ji in Kamakura. In the Tenshō era it was revived by the priest 総譽, who founded Jōkoku-ji in Iwatsuki. Old ema (votive pictures) of the Edo period are handed down in the Jizō Hall and are cultural properties of the city.
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)
- 相頓寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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