Ryūkōji
📍 Ehime, Mima-chō Toen 173 · Uwajima
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
7:00–17:00
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
Ryūkōji is a venerable temple in Mima-chō, Uwajima. As one of the temples associated with the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Place pilgrimage route, it has served as a spiritual support for pilgrims walking the sacred path. This temple, bearing the name of the dragon, is known for its powerful divine protection. Situated in a quiet mountain setting, its grounds provide deep peace to visitors. It has long gathered the faith of the local community and has been a sacred place accepting the wishes of many people.
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