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Zojoji temple is a buddist temple located in Shiba just east of Roppongi. The temple dates back to the 1300s but was moved to its present location in 1590. Much of the temple was damaged during World War II but has since been restored to its former glory.
The Zojoji Temple has had a rich history, it even served as the personal shrine to the Tokugawa shoguns who ruled Japan during the Edo period.
At the entrance to the temple is the Sangedatsu Gate, this building was built in 1622 and is possible the oldest structure in Japan as it is survived world war II intact. Today the gate and temple are classed as national treasures.
The Zojoji Temple sits just below the Tokyo Tower, an Eiffel Tower inspired TV transmission tower and is only a short walk to the entertainment district of Roppongi.
The area is reachable via subway on the Toei Odeo line a short walk from Akabanebashi station.
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