Shokoji

📍 Tochigi, Sano · 2031 Shimohikoma-cho, Sano, Tochigi

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Shokoji has been rooted in Sano as an ancient temple illuminating the light of true dharma. This Shimohikoma-cho sanctuary kindles the dharma's light in pilgrims' hearts, dispels delusion's darkness, and reveals the path of truth. Through generations, countless seekers have sought this illumination.