Zentokuji
📍 Hokkaido, Wakkanai · 2-8-13 Takarai, Wakkanai, Hokkaido
📿 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
In the northernmost reaches of Wakkanai, this temple watches over all who traverse the northern seas. Fishermen and merchants have long sought its blessings for safe passage. Through countless generations, it has remained a beacon of hope, granting protection to those who venture upon the tempestuous waves.
Benefits
maritime safetyprotection on the seasgood health