[Tokyo] Genkokuji Temple: A quiet ancient shrine and temple, away from the hustle and bustle of the city

Genkokuji Temple is located in Takadanobaba, Tokyo. It is located very close to Shinjuku Suwa Shrine, and although it is now independent, it was once the head temple of Suwa Shrine. Although it is a temple in the city center, the grounds are quiet, with a well-maintained courtyard, a magnificent bell tower, and a hexagonal hall dedicated to Benzaiten, creating a tranquil space where you can take a break and forget the hustle and bustle of the city! I always feel like I've jumped into another world The main hall at the top of the stone steps is a wooden structure that has a sense of history The wooden sign with "Genkokuji" written on it hanging in front of it gives a sense of strength 👀 ※It seems that a lot of large pine cones were harvested from the pine tree in the temple grounds, so I was given one 🙏 Pine cones... somehow go well with temples, don't they ☺️ -—————————————— [Access 🚌] ①10 minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line "Takadanobaba Station" ②5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line "Nishi-Waseda Station" [Opening hours 🕰️] 9:00-17:00 -———————————— #2025 #MayVisit #Tokyo #TokyoWalk #Shinjuku #Takadanobaba #Nishi-Waseda #Genkokuji #ExploringHistory #FeelingHistory #VisitingTemples and Shrines #Time at an ancient temple #Ancient shrines and temples #Quiet space #Camera trip #SLR #Canoneoskissx9i #I love traveling #Travel records #Temple and shrine records #Traveling Japan #Where should I go next? #Japan #Japantravel #Tokyo #Enjoy Japan