Kenzanshomyoji
📍 Hokkaido, Shimizu · 28-126 Akiyama, Shimizu-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:00–17:00
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
Nestled among Kamikawa's peaks like a sword, this temple stands as a beacon to guide those from paths of confusion. As its name 'Illumination' suggests, successive abbot have cherished the wish to lead those lost in darkness toward the light. Like the sword-shaped mountain towering over the northern land, this temple's pure and righteous faith endures steadfast.
Benefits
ward off misfortuneprotection from calamitypath opening
