Douounji
📍 Aichi, Tokoname · 2-37 Idota, Tokoname, Aichi
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
A Zen temple rooted in Tokoname on the Chita Peninsula, whose name evokes the image of clouds drifting through caverns where monks have practiced zazen meditation for generations. Time flows swiftly in the world beyond, yet this sanctuary preserves the profound silence of ancient ages. Visitors often find their turbulent minds settling within just three or four breaths. The true benefit of Zen dwells not in external miracles but within one's own awakened nature.
Benefits
Zen meditation practiceMental stabilityPath to enlightenment