Daikoin Nittaji

📍 Gunma, Ota · 37-8 Kanayama-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Daikoin is an ancient temple founded as the clan temple of the Nitta clan. Its mountain name is Kanayama, and its temple name is Ryuo-zan. Within the temple grounds lies Nittaji, built to mourn the deceased Nitta Yoshisada, and it attracts much devotion. It is particularly known for its benefits of exorcism and good fortune, drawing many worshippers. This temple, with its long history, offers spiritual solace to visitors in its serene atmosphere.