Next to the Tsukuji Fish Market, walking towards Ginza, there is a temple which I had seen many times, but had not gone inside to check it out. From the outside the Tsukiji Honganji Temple has an Indian feel; and indeed, according to the information I collected at the temple, the distinctly Hindu architecture designed by Chuta Ito was modeled based on ancient Indian architecture. Even on a weekday you can see many office goers stop by at the temple to pray or meditate. If you like architecture I definitely recommend a visit to this temple so rich in atmosphere.
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Tsukiji Honganji Temple
Indian-style Buddhist temple in the center of Tokyo
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Elizabeth S
5 years ago
A bit of trivia - there is a memorial in the main hall to the late X-Japan member, Hide. It's a place of pilgrimage for old rockers.
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