Sogo Reido Sanctuary
temple
Sogo Reido Sanctuary
宗吾霊堂
Overview
Sogo Reido, otherwise known as Toshoji Temple, is an ancient temple believed to have been constructed by general Sakanoue no Tamuramaro (758–811) in the late 700s to memorialize those killed during war. Its popular name changed about 360 years ago when it enshrined Sakura Sogoro (1605–1653), also known as Sogo-sama, a rural headman who stood up to the shogun (military dictator and sovereign of Japan) of the time to save rural citizens from poverty and famine. Today, Sogo Reido is known as a viewing spot of beautiful hydrangeas, as well as for the Otaiya Festival, which is a memorial service for Sakura Sogoro.
Local tips
Remove shoes before entering any hall. Look for a shoe rack at the entrance. Carry a plastic bag for your shoes if none is provided.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 宗吾霊堂
- Nearest station
- Narita Station (15 min bus)
- Payment
- Cash only
- Reservations
- not required
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