Jiouin
📍 Chiba, Tateyama · 1709 Kamimagura, Tateyama, Chiba
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Jiouin nestles in the mountains of Kamimagura as a healer of hearts for those facing illness and suffering. The Buddha of Medicine's compassionate light reaches out to ease the pain of all who gather here. Since ancient times, even those abandoned by physicians have found renewed courage and hope within these walls. The temple embodies a profound respect for life itself and the precious journey of healing.
Benefits
Compassion FulfillmentMedical ProtectionHealing