Daienji Temple
Daienji Temple
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Dennis A. Amith
California369 contributions
Mar 2015 • Solo
I went to Meguro in Tokyo to look for the Daien-Ji temple.
In 1615, a temple was created to honor two groups. One is a small temple connecting trees to commemorate stillborn, miscarried children and aborted fetuses. The second is a tribute to the 14,700 people who died in the “Great Meiwa Fire” of 1772.
The Great Meiwa fire was the second of the great three fires in the Edo Period, in which thousands of people were killed.
You will see small jizu stone statues wearing red bonnets which are protectors of travelers and children.
The Arhat (atonement) statues of the Go-hyau-rakan (the 500 followers of Buddha) can be seen. These statues were created to appease the souls that departed in the great fire and each has its own design and facial expression.
You will often find water placed in front of the statues to ease the degree of the victim’s suffering.
There is also a dragon water fountain which was placed in front to ease the degree of the victim’s suffering.
Of the three temples I visited, Daien-ji was my favorite.
In 1615, a temple was created to honor two groups. One is a small temple connecting trees to commemorate stillborn, miscarried children and aborted fetuses. The second is a tribute to the 14,700 people who died in the “Great Meiwa Fire” of 1772.
The Great Meiwa fire was the second of the great three fires in the Edo Period, in which thousands of people were killed.
You will see small jizu stone statues wearing red bonnets which are protectors of travelers and children.
The Arhat (atonement) statues of the Go-hyau-rakan (the 500 followers of Buddha) can be seen. These statues were created to appease the souls that departed in the great fire and each has its own design and facial expression.
You will often find water placed in front of the statues to ease the degree of the victim’s suffering.
There is also a dragon water fountain which was placed in front to ease the degree of the victim’s suffering.
Of the three temples I visited, Daien-ji was my favorite.
Written 27 February 2016
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LizzieAngel
Ormond Beach, FL58 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
Lovely, peaceful, historic. 500 Rakans commemorate the victims of the Fire of Gyonin-zaka. The temple is home to several statues of Buddha that are designated as cultural properties. Quick walk from Meguro station on the JR line. Just another temple, nothing special.
Written 29 April 2019
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Chris A
Longreach, Australia275 contributions
July 2014 • Family
Every part of this temple was a delight and it was the simplicity yet many focus points that resonated with our family. The serene water pond with koi fish and the hundreds of unique statues behind the main Buddha statue, the gilded statue and interesting history made for a pleasant visit. It is also worthwhile researching this temple as it has a most interesting history and will allow you to fully appreciate the experience. We enjoyed that this was a quiet temple and for most part we were there alone which was a change from some other experiences. This temple also had an interesting wheel (possibly a prayer wheel) that spun vertically and had bells in it. It was also very easy to get to as it was just a few minutes walk from Meguro Train Station. Would recommend this if you are looking for a temple where you can enjoy the many points away from the crowds.
Written 20 July 2014
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SRQueenan
Meguro, Japan47 contributions
Sept 2018 • Solo
This little spot is a great place to catch your breath and commune with Buddha on your way to Meguro station. Check out the hundreds of statuettes behind Buddha and the hundreds of Jizos just inside the gate. Super cool. Closes at dark though.
Written 6 January 2019
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ART196
244 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
Daienji enshrines 500 Arhat statuettes . In 1772 Edo suffered one of its worst fires and the blaze claimed many lives. Daienji was built to commemorate them and many small statues depicting Rakan were carved in the following years and placed in the temple. The larger statues represent the Buddha and Bodhisattvas.
Written 13 November 2016
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Bronwyn R
45 contributions
We stumbled upon this temple by accident. Staying close to the Meguro river, we hadn't realised this little jewel of a temple was here. We were searching for cherry blossoms - which we found. But in that search also discovered this little piece of beauty and history. Lovely.
Written 29 March 2015
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Mike C
Arlington, TX121 contributions
Sept 2012 • Business
This is close to other temples and each temple I visited while in Tokyo were all great, try to get to each if you can while you are here.
Written 8 November 2012
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BROs IN JAPAN
Japan183 contributions
Aug 2020
One of the temple's most prominent features is a wall of over 500 stone Buddhas. It's also a popular stop on the Yamate Seven Lucky Gods Walk route. If you're on your way to Meguro's famous Hotel Gajoen make sure to pay the temple a visit.
Written 8 May 2021
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Remi
Thailand2,571 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
A temple of a small scale but full of statues. Went there en route Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. It didn't fall us. It's sacred and serene. Quite a number of locals visiting and praying. The statue full of gold leaves was the Buddha of Heal. It's believed that the spot you adhered the gold leaf the exact spot on your body would be healed.
Written 15 November 2019
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia29,056 contributions
Oct 2019
You will find this temple just west of the Meguro Station down the hill towards the river. It apparently is one of the Edo Period three great Daikoku Temples.It features statues of the seven Lucky Gods of Japan, Amida Buddha and 500 small disciples of Buddha all with their own unique faces. Apparently a fire that originated in 1772 at the temple caused fatalities and the statues were made to remember those who died.Definitely worth a look.
Written 8 October 2019
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