Daizo-in
📍 Gunma, Kiryu · 1-1-36 Higashikyuho-cho, Kiryu-shi, Gunma
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Daizo-in is a Shingon sect temple standing in a tranquil precinct. It has gathered the faith of the local people since ancient times and is cherished as a place for memorial services, ancestor memorial services, and exorcism. The wooden main hall has a dignified charm, imparting a solemn atmosphere to visitors. It is a place where one can quietly remember the departed and offer prayers in a peaceful environment. It is a temple to visit when one wishes to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and calm their mind.
Benefits
Memorial ServiceAncestor Memorial ServiceExorcism