Hōonji
📍 Tochigi, Utsunomiya · 1-3-13 Nishihara, Utsunomiya, Tochigi
📿 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
Where gratitude flows, compassion's roots run deep. The name Hōonji itself carries the ancient Buddhist teaching to the present day. This temple transforms the gratitude hidden in the hearts of Utsunomiya's people into boundless compassion.
Benefits
Gratitude for blessingsCultivation of compassionAccumulation of virtue
