• History
• Daisho Temple was established in 1573 in Nihonbashi Bakurocho. It was relocated to Nishi-Asakusa after being destroyed by a fire in 1657. In 1923, the temple was once again destroyed by the Great Kanto Earthquake and subsequently moved to its current location in Kita Ward, Nishigahara.
• Zazen Meditation
• Daisho Temple practices Soto Zen Buddhism, which emphasizes zazen (seated meditation). Zazen involves adjusting posture and breathing to achieve a state of mindfulness and inner peace, allowing practitioners to connect deeply with their own life and nature. This practice helps to detach from everyday thoughts and distractions, fostering a calm and focused mind. Our temple offers guided zazen sessions for beginners, ensuring a welcoming and educational experience. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this serene practice with you.
• Clothing rules are to be applied as it is a religious place : no hats, no shorts/skirts, no revealing clothes.

Discover a beautiful authentic zen temple. Kept in amazing condition, this temple is a great sample of old japanese buddhist history. The temple is surrounded by a beautiful scenery that is very typical. You'll get to visually and spiritually experience deep japanese culture that you can't experience anywhere else in the world. Experience a real zen meditation session at the heart of the temple as it was conducted for centuries.