Jōten-ji, Fukuoka

Name: Jōten-ji
Address: Fukuoka, Japan
Telephone: +81 92-431-3570

#32 among attractions in Fukuoka

Temple, Buddhist architecture, Buddhist temple

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Jōten-ji is a Rinzai temple in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Banshōsan. It was founded by Enni-Ben'en with support from Xie Guo Ming, a Chinese merchant, and construction was completed in 1242. ()

Local name: 承天寺 Coordinates: 33°35'43"N, 130°25'1"E

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Fukuoka Japan

Contact

+81 92-431-3570

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Jōten-ji – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tenjin Chikagai, Kushida Shrine, Fukuoka Kokusai Center, Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art.

1 miW
33°35'25"N • 130°23'60"E
Tenjin Chikagai, Fukuoka
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Historic headquarters of yearly festival
Kushida Shrine, Fukuoka
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1.1 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Convention center
Fukuoka Kokusai Center, Fukuoka
28 min walk • Fukuoka Kokusai Center, positioned in the heart of Fukuoka city, Japan, is a premier music venue known for its expansive facilities and vibrant cultural scene. This multifunctional complex has been a hub for music, sports, and entertainment since its inception...
1 miW
Museum, Art museum
Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art, Fukuoka
27 min walk • The Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art is a bastion of culture nestled in the vibrant city of Fukuoka, Japan. This esteemed institution is dedicated to the celebration of both regional and international art, offering a comprehensive view of artistic evolution through...
1.3 miNW
Observation decks and towers, Tower, View point
Hakata Port Tower, Fukuoka
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0.6 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Fukuoka Citizens Gymnasium, Fukuoka
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0.7 miS
Prominent Shinto shrine in a wooded park
Sumiyoshi Shrine, Fukuoka
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Fukuoka, Japan, lies Sumiyoshi Shrine – a serene and revered Shinto sanctuary that beckons visitors with its rich history and spiritual ambiance. This ancient shrine, not to be confused with its more famous namesake in Osaka, is a cornerstone...
~920 ftW
Shrine with a renowned wooden Buddha
Tōchō-ji, Fukuoka
5 min walk • Tōchō-ji is a Shingon temple in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Nangakuzan. It was founded by Kūkai in 806, making it the oldest Shingon temple in Kyushu.
1.2 miW
Church
Our Lady of Victory Cathedral, Fukuoka
31 min walk • The Our Lady of Victory Cathedral also called Daimyomachi Church is a religious building affiliated with the Catholic Church which is located in the city of Fukuoka, in the Asian country of Japan. It is dedicated to Our Lady of Victory.
~900 ftNW
12th-century Zen temple with a garden
Shōfuku-ji, Fukuoka
5 min walk • Shōfuku-ji is a Rinzai temple in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Ankokuzan. It was founded by Eisai with support from Minamoto no Yoritomo, and construction was completed in 1195, making it the oldest Zen temple in Japan.
0.6 miS
Park, Buddhist architecture, Garden
Rakusui-en, Fukuoka
16 min walk • Rakusui-en is a garden in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. It was originally built in 1906 for Shimozawa Zenemon Chikamasa, a Hakata merchant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jōten-ji?

Nearby attractions include Shōfuku-ji, Fukuoka (5 min walk), Tōchō-ji, Fukuoka (5 min walk), Kushida Shrine, Fukuoka (10 min walk), Canal City Hakata, Fukuoka (14 min walk).

How to get to Jōten-ji by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jōten-ji:

Metro

Gion • Lines: K (5 min walk)
Hakata • Lines: K (11 min walk)

Bus

博多駅新三井ビル前 • Lines: 13, 306, 312 (8 min walk)
高速バス到着ホーム (8 min walk)

Train

Hakata (11 min walk)
Yoshizuka (23 min walk)

Ferry

博多埠頭 • Lines: 福岡市営渡船志賀島航路, 福岡市営渡船玄界島航路 (31 min walk)