Taking the idea that “temples transmit culture” to heart, this temple elementary school holds concerts and other traditional events. In addition, to respond to each and every visitor’s prayers, you can create a unique omamori (protection charm), called an OMAMO. It’s something only found at Jissouji. Feel free to stop by.
| Opening Hours | Gates close at 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Closed | No holidays |
| Access | Approx. 10 mins on foot from Ikegami Station |
It is a quiet park on a hillside slope where visitors can enjoy a taste of the four seasons. There are about 370 plum trees, which is the flower of Ota City, and the fragrant red and white flowers bloom in early spring. There garden also features about 800 azaleas and an attractive traditional-st...
A few times a year, the grounds surrounding the main gate to the Ikegami Honmonji temple complex play host to a small farmers’ market. At least a dozen vendors set up their tents at the base of the steep stairs that run up to the main hall, offering food and crafts from around the nation. ...
The Ikegami Honmonji temple complex sits on a hill in central Ota City, a ten-minute stroll from Ikegami Station. The temple dates from the end of the 13th century, when famed Buddhist devotee Nichiren Shonin constructed the religious site at the request of local feudal lord and faithful fol...
Rengetsu is a cozy yet cutting-edge cafe located in the quaint “temple town” of Ikegami. Once a soba noodle shop for pilgrims of Ikegami Honmonji Temple, this 83-year-old Japanese house was lovingly renovated for its old charm. The wooden two-story house features a lofty dining spa...
Located along the pathway to the Ikegami Honmonji Temple, Ikegami Ikedaya is a long-standing confectionery specializing in Kuzu-mochi (mochi cakes). Firm but chewy mochi tastes best with finely powdered soybeans and black honey syrup on top. Enjoy the simple taste of Kuzu-mochi that has been love...
A shop owned and managed by Muhammad Yone, an active pro wrestler. Their specialties include food with juicy pork meat and tasty ramen with seafood and pork bone-based soup. They also serve various alcoholic drinks for you to enjoy.
Enjoy your stay in our clean and spacious rooms. During your stay we will show you some great nearby restaurants and hot springs.
All rooms offer free Wi-Fi access with a complimentary bottle of mineral water for each guest. 24-hour complimentary drinks (coffee/tea/Japanese tea) are available. We have a number of multilingual staff to accommodate foreign guests.
Located adjacent to Metropolitan Subway Magome Station. Has convenient access to Shinjuku and Shibuya, and Asakusa as well as Oshiage can be reached without transfers. Also features a 24-hour restaurant. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the building.
The lit lanterns in the darkness of the Senzokuike Pond illuminate a sense of warmth to those visiting. The beautiful reflection that shines on the water surface is a sight to behold.
Every year in late August, the parishioners of Anamori Inari-jinja Shrine in Ota City join the priests and their attendants to light handmade lanterns, asking Inari-sama, the god of rice, to grant their wishes. The lanterns, which bear images made by children and adults alike, are set up on th...
Spice up your time in Tokyo with a day at the races. The boat races, that is. Ota City is home to one of Japan’s few boat racing stadiums, where groups of six boats at a time compete in a watery arena in a sport not unlike horse racing. The races in Ota City take place in a saltwater can...