Buddhist temple
Tokugen-ji
徳玄寺（とくげんじ）
Minato, Tokyo
A temple of the Shinshū Ōtani-ha (Jōdo Shinshū) in Mita, Minato, whose principal image is Amida Nyorai. It is a few minutes' walk from Shirokane-Takanawa Station.
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 official guide, it is said to have been founded in Tenshō 13 (1585) in Sakurada-gō (around today's Sakuradamon), with 釈了心 as its founder. In Kan'ei 6 (1629), when its land became shogunate property in connection with the renovation of Edo Castle, it moved to its present site.
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)
- 徳玄寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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