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# Ekoin Temple

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## Visit Ekoin Temple

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#### The spiritual home of sumo wrestling has an intriguing past and continues to draw would-be champions of the sport to its shrines.

The Ekoin Temple is a 17th-century shrine with a fascinating history entwined with the national sport of sumo wrestling. From 1768 to 1909, it was in this temple’s grounds that all sumo match-ups took place. Watch amateur sumo wrestlers praying at this shrine to have the ability to get to the top of their profession.

Marvel at the tall Chikarazuka sculpture that was presented to the temple by the Sumo Association. It is known as a Mound of Strength and is cherished by apprentice sumo wrestlers. See the large Buddha statue in the graveyard, among the colorful flowers and cat motifs that help visitors remember the dead.

Admire the serenity of this spiritual haven and think about how the world-famous Japanese sport of sumo came to exist on these very grounds. The initial matches were apparently organized as a way of raising money for the temple.

Consider the early history of the temple, which was built to honor the victims of the Great Fire of Meireki in 1657\. The tragedy is thought to have claimed the lives of as many as 100,000 to 200,000 people. The shrine later became a type of exhibition space for images and sculptures from other temples around the country.

Continue with the sumo theme by taking a tour of some of the sumo stables in the neighborhood. These sites provide an insight into the lives and practices of today’s sumo wrestlers. Attend one of the tournaments in a nearby arena and sit among the passionate fans.

The Ekoin Temple is in the Sumida ward, near the eastern bank of its namesake river. Get a train to the Ryogoku Station and head south for about 10 minutes to get to the shrine. Note that the temple opens daily from morning until late afternoon. When in the area, see other sights such as the Kyu Yasuda Garden, the Ryogoku Kokugikan sports arena and Theater X.

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#### Theater X

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#### Ryogoku Kokugikan

Join thousands of enthusiastic fans at this venue’s thrilling tournaments and watch as giant wrestlers in colorful loincloths participate in the national sport.

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