Constructed during the Muromachi period in 1407, the Jizōdō Hall at Shōfukuji Temple is celebrated as the oldest standing wooden structure in Tokyo. This exquisite National Treasure showcases quintessential medieval Zen architecture, highlighted by distinctive cusped windows and a dramatically sweeping copper roof. Inside, the sacred hall shelters a statue of Ksitigarbha alongside nearly a thousand centuries-old miniature statuettes. While the interior is only unveiled on select days each year, the peaceful temple grounds and timeless craftsmanship make it a rewarding destination for history enthusiasts.
- Temples
- Historic Architecture
- National Treasures
- Zen Buddhism
- History
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