Fukujuin Temple
📍 Miyagi, Sendai · 8-22 Monzenmachi, Taihaku-ku, Sendai, Miyagi
About
Mountain 南谷山
Sect 曹洞宗
Principal 聖観世音菩薩
Founded 1496年（明応5年）
Founder 通屋文大和尚（開山）
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Hours
09:00–16:00
Fee
¥300
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
History
Fukujuin is a Soto-shu Buddhist temple in Taihaku Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Its mountain name is Nankokuzan and its principal image is Sho Kannon. Founded in 1496 (Meio 5), the temple is widely known as one of the Oshu Sendai Shichifukujin (Seven Lucky Gods of Sendai), enshrining Hotei, the god of contentment and abundance. Many pilgrims visit seeking the blessings of good fortune and business prosperity. True to its name meaning "gathering good fortune," it has long been revered by the people of southern Sendai.
Benefits
Good fortuneProsperous businessWish fulfillmentFinancial luckSeven Lucky Gods pilgrimage
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