Written by Greg Lane
Yutenji is a Jōdo-shū sect Buddhist temple located a short walk from Yutenji and Nakameguro stations.
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.
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The temple also lends its name to the nearby neighborhood and train station.
明顕山祐天寺
5 Chome-24-53 Nakameguro, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0061
Free
- 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)
