Yutenji is a Jōdo-shū sect Buddhist temple located a short walk from Yutenji and Nakameguro stations.

YUtenji Temple Stupa
The Stupa at Yutenji Temple | Photo by Gregory Lane

The temple was founded in 1718, and a number of structures are registered as national tangible cultural properties, including the main hall, main gate, and temple bell.

Yūtenji is the venue for the annual fireman’s memorial service.

A building within Yutenji temple
A building within Yutenji temple | Photo by Gregory Lane

The temple also lends its name to the nearby neighborhood and train station.

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Edo Firemen’s Annual Memorial
明顕山祐天寺
Nakameguro , Yutenji
5 Chome-24-53 Nakameguro, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0061
Map
03-3712-0819
Free
http://www.yutenji.or.jp/info/
  • 0.6 km from Yūtenji Station Tōkyū Tōyoko Line (TY4)
  • 0.7 km from Naka-meguro Station Hibiya Line (H1)Tōkyū Tōyoko Line (TY3)
  • 1.3 km from Daikanyama Station Tōkyū Tōyoko Line (TY2)

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