Ryūkō-in Temple

Overview

Ryūkō-in is a temple of the Jōdo (Pure Land) sect located in Kōtō Ward, Tokyo. It stands in the Fukagawa district, an area that still preserves much of old Edo's atmosphere, and is counted among the Fukagawa Seven Lucky Gods. Many visitors combine a quiet prayer here with a stroll through the historic downtown streets. Rather than grandeur, its appeal lies in the calm setting where one can pause and reflect during a journey.

Highlights

• ●A Pure Land temple loved as one of the Fukagawa Seven Lucky Gods stations
• ●An old Fukagawa temple said to date from 1611 in the early Edo period
• ●A starting point for a downtown walk from Monzen-nakachō or Kiyosumi-shirakawa
• ●A seasonal charm of collecting New Year paper boards and temple seals

History

The temple is said to have been founded in 1611, in the very early years of the Edo period. As a Pure Land temple, it grew alongside the town of Fukagawa, enduring various misfortunes while remaining a place of faith. As one of the stations on the Fukagawa Seven Lucky Gods pilgrimage, it has long been woven into the seasonal customs of the community. For details of its history and principal image, please refer to official information.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Walk from Monzen-nakachō or Kiyosumi-shirakawa Station through the old lanes to Ryūkō-in
2. 2Pray in the main hall as one of the Seven Lucky Gods stations
3. 3Continue on foot to link the surrounding temples of the Fukagawa pilgrimage
4. 4Drop by a Fukagawa sweets shop or local store to enjoy the downtown mood

Did you know?

💡 The Fukagawa Seven Lucky Gods is a beloved New Year tradition in which visitors walk between several temples and shrines across Kōtō Ward. Ryūkō-in is one of these stations, drawing people who collect commemorative paper boards and temple seals. Since each station enshrines a different deity, discovering them one by one is part of the fun. Please confirm details through official information.

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