Toju-ji
📍 Gunma, Maebashi · 464 Tsukitacho, Kasukawa, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
📿 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
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