Kongorin-ji

📍 Shiga, Matsuo-ji 873 · Aizo

Post Goshuin Post Visit

About

Mountain 松峯山

Sect 天台宗

Principal 聖観音菩薩

Founder 行基

Heritage 本堂（国宝）、三重塔（国宝）

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Hours

8:30–17:00

Fee

¥300

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Available

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History

Renowned as one of the three temples of the Koto region, this ancient Tendai Buddhist temple stands with a long history spanning from the Heian period. Its beautiful three-story pagoda and main hall are designated as national treasures. In autumn, magnificent autumn foliage adorns the grounds, captivating many visitors. Since ancient times, through the compassionate power of Kannon, this spiritually efficacious sacred site has fulfilled the wishes of countless people.

Benefits

Healing from illnessLong and healthy lifeFamily safety and harmonyProtection from misfortuneFulfillment of wishesGood fortune and blessingsAcademic achievement