Matsuo-ji
📍 Nara, Yamatokoriyama · 683 Yamada-cho, Yamatokoriyama City, Nara
📿 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
Beneath the protective boughs of ancient pine trees, Matsuo-ji stands as a symbol of endurance and family continuity. Like roots that run deep through generations, this temple binds families in lasting bonds. Those seeking blessings for children and descendants have found solace here, trusting in the timeless wisdom that deep roots make strong branches. The pine's patient growth becomes a metaphor for the patient building of ancestral legacy.
Benefits
evil ward-offsafe childbirthchild rearing