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Updated: December 25, 2025

The Mausoleum of Confucius at Yushima 史跡 湯島聖堂

1-4-25 Yushima, Bunkyo City, Tokyo

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A sanctuary of learning dedicated to Confucius

Yushima Seido, also known as The Mausoleum of Confucius at Yushima, is a place dedicated to Confucius. Built in 1690, it is located in the peaceful neighborhood of Yushima, not far from Akihabara. A center of Confucian thought, it also served as a training school for Tokugawa officials during the Edo period (1603-1867).
The temple was the birthplace of the Normal School (now Tsukuba University) and Tokyo Women's Normal School (now Ochanomizu University) and heavily influenced the modern school system. Because of its focus on education, Yushima Seido is popular with students, who come to pray for good luck and success in school, especially during school entrance exam time.

How to Get There

  • Ochanomizu StationJR LineTokyo Metro Marunouchi Line5 min on foot
  • Shin-ochanomizu StationTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line5 min on foot
Opening Hours

  • 9:30-17:00
    MondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdaysSundaysHolidays

    *Changes depending on the season and/or time period
  • Closing days: New Year's holidays
    *Closed for summer holidays
Price

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Facility Info
  • Non-smoking areas
  • Accessible communication formats

For updated information on opening hours, closings, prices, and more, please check the official website or ask the facility directly.