Benten-dō Temple
A Buddhist temple dedicated to Benzaiten, located on an artificial island in Ueno Park, known for its unusual monuments.

📜 Part of the vast Kan'ei-ji temple complex, Benten-dō Temple is a Buddhist temple dedicated to Benten or Benzaiten, goddess of wealth, happiness, wisdom, and music. It is located on a small artificial island on the Shinobazu Pond in Ueno Park.🔍 It houses many obscure and unusual monuments, including the Fugu (Blowfish) Memorial and the Eyeglasses Monument.# Why Go🗿 Discover unique monuments dedicated to various items.🦆 Enjoy the surrounding nature, birds, and botany around Shinobazu Pond.# Tips🚶 Just a five-minute walk from Ueno Station, near the Benten Gate-side entrance of Ueno Zoo.

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