Takahata Fudoson Kongoji Temple

“Tokyo's oldest temple hall, rebuilt after a 1335 storm, still stands.”

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Takahata Fudoson Kongoji Temple in Hino City on the west side of Tokyo is one of the three major Fudo temples (temples enshrining Acala) in the Kanto region. It is also home to a number of historical structures and cultural properties.
It is said that the temple hall was originally built in the mountains during the early Heian period (794-1185), but was destroyed by a storm in 1335, so the chief priest of the time then relocated and rebuilt the temple in its current location. The temple hall is the oldest cultural property structure in Tokyo, and its Niomon Gate together with the Kongo Rikishi statues installed on either side of it have been designated as Important Cultural Properties.
The temple hosts a hydrangea festival in early summer and a foliage festival in autumn, both attracting many visitors and worshippers.

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Spot NameTakahata Fudoson Kongoji Temple
Postal Code〒191-0031
Address733 Takahata, Hino City, Tokyo
Telephone Number042-591-0032
Official URLhttps://www.takahatafudoson.or.jp/
KeywordsHistory

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What is Takahata Fudoson Kongoji Temple?
Tokyo's oldest temple hall, rebuilt after a 1335 storm, still stands.
Where is Takahata Fudoson Kongoji Temple?
Takahata Fudoson Kongoji Temple is located at 733 Takahata, Hino City, Tokyo.
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