Buddhist temple
Zenshō-an
全生庵（ぜんしょうあん）
Taitō, Tokyo
A temple of the Kokutai-ji branch of the Rinzai school in Yanaka, founded by Yamaoka Tesshū. Its principal image is the Aoi Shō Kanzeon, said to have once been the guardian image of Edo Castle.
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: Aoi Shō Kanzeon
History and things to know
According to the official guide, Yamaoka Tesshū built the temple in Meiji 16 to mourn those who lost their lives for the country from the end of the Edo period through the Meiji Restoration. The temple name comes from a framed inscription by Rankei Dōryū that Tesshū treasured, and the site is said to be where Dōryū once had a hermitage. In the grounds is the grave of San'yūtei Enchō.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
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)
- 全生庵「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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