Jōtaiji
📍 Saga, Saga · 2-4-3 Nishi Tashiro, Saga
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Jōtaiji is a Buddhist temple located in Saga City. As a temple rooted in the community, it has long supported residents' hearts. Through daily services and memorial rites, it has cultivated peace of mind and gratitude toward ancestors. Its quiet grounds are suited for meditation and reflection, providing a precious place to calm the heart amid busy modern life. Cherishing bonds with community members, it is a temple enveloped in warmth.
Benefits
fulfillment of wishesancestor venerationmind and body healthprotection from misfortunefamily safetyspiritual stability