Yushima Seido: A Confucian Sanctuary in Tokyo
Discover Yushima Seido, Tokyo's serene Confucian temple, a historic landmark with stunning architecture and a rich educational legacy.
Yushima Seido, a Confucian temple in Tokyo's Bunkyo ward, offers a serene escape from the city's bustle. Founded in the late 17th century, it served as an important educational institution during the Edo period. Today, it stands as a National Historic Site, attracting visitors with its unique black exterior, peaceful grounds, and the world's largest statue of Confucius.
A brief summary to Yushima Seido
- 1 Chome-4-25 Yushima, Bunkyo City, 1 Chome Yushima, Tokyo, 113-0034, JP
- +813-3251-4606
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday to enter the Taiseiden (main hall) for a small fee.
- Take a moment to appreciate the world's largest stone statue of Confucius, a gift from Taiwan.
- Explore the grounds to find the Nyutokumon Gate, the only wooden gate that survived the 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Ochanomizu Station (JR Chuo-Sobu Line or Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line), take the Hijiribashi Exit. Yushima Seido is a 2-minute walk from the station. Subway tickets from Tokyo Metro cost ¥170-¥320, and Toei Subway tickets cost ¥180-¥430 depending on the distance. JR train tickets from Tokyo Station to Ochanomizu cost ¥75-¥210.
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Walking
From Akihabara, walk west. It's about a 15-20 minute walk from the Akihabara Electric Town to Yushima Seido. Enjoy the scenery as you walk from the busy streets of Akihabara to the peaceful Yushima district.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to Yushima Seido takes approximately 3 minutes and costs between ¥1800-¥2200. The flag-down fare is typically ¥730 for the first 1.052 kilometers, with an additional ¥90 for every 233 meters. Be aware that fares increase by 20% from 10 PM to 5 AM.
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