Sairenji
📍 Ibaraki, Namegata · 504 Sairenji, Namegata-shi, Ibaraki
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This ancient Pure Land temple continuously radiates the power of Amitabha Buddha's original vow. In the natural setting of Namegata, the voices of countless generations chanting the nembutsu still resound. All who visit this Amitabha hall find their hearts purified.
Benefits
Pure Land rebirthAmitabha Buddha compassionNembutsu path