Washumine-ji
📍 Kagawa, Takamatsu · 632-3 Kashiwabara, Kokubun-ji-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
This ancient Soto Zen temple stands on the peak of a mountain, a fitting sanctuary for the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Countless monks have trained here, honing their minds through rigorous Zen practice. The profound teachings of Zen purify the hearts of all pilgrims, as this sacred temple reaches forever toward the boundless sky.
Benefits
zen enlightenmentmental stabilityspiritual cultivation