Toju-ji

📍 Gunma, Maebashi · 464 Tsukitacho, Kasukawa, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Toju-ji in Tsukitacho, true to its name, has illuminated people like the morning sun from the eastern direction. I have witnessed countless mornings of prayer here. Like announcing the beginning of new days, this temple too brings the promise of a new age to people's hearts. The ancient building always faces east, as if following the sun's path. Here visitors' hearts are purified and they gain courage for the new day. The name Eastern Longevity carries blessings of the eastern direction and prayers for a renewed life.

Benefits

Eastern ProtectionHeart OpeningNew Beginning

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