Bioji
📍 Gifu, Gifu · Bijoji-cho 2-3, Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:30–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Bioji, bearing 'beauty' in its sacred name, has graced Gifu for centuries as a temple of enlightenment. Visitors discover aesthetic tranquility within its ancient walls, where centuries of devotion have woven spiritual artistry into every corner. The temple's presence itself becomes an offering to beauty.
Benefits
beauty and graceenlightenmentancient blessing