All Reviews of Jindaiji Temple

If you’re visiting the Chofu area of Tokyo, it’s worth planning Jindaiji Temple and Jindai Botanical Gardens for the same day! Jindaiji is an ancient temple in Tokyo with a strong sense of history. The grounds are lush with greenery, making it especially peaceful to stroll around. After visiting the temple, you can explore the nearby old streets and try the area’s famous Jindaiji soba. There are also quite a few shops selling wagashi and souvenirs along the street. It’s also an easy walk from Jindai Botanical Gardens, making it perfect for a half-day stroll where you can enjoy the relaxed temple-town atmosphere that is rarely found in central Tokyo.

Jindaiji Temple felt very peaceful and laid-back to me. Once inside, I was surrounded by lush greenery, a striking contrast to the lively atmosphere of central Tokyo. Strolling slowly along the approach, I could admire the traditional temple architecture and experience Japan's rich history and culture.

The most famous thing here is the Jindaiji soba noodles. They’re handmade right on site and smell amazing!

The environment is peaceful and quiet, perfect for a stroll. Be sure to try the famous local soba noodles while you're here.

This temple and the surrounding area are really beautiful. There are small shops, ponds, and an incredible soba noodle restaurant. After having lunch there, we spent the afternoon enjoying the scenery. Compared to similar shrines we've visited in and around Tokyo, this one was much less crowded, which we really liked.