Gokuraku-ji
📍 Niigata, Kashiwazaki · 1798 Kojima, Kashiwazaki, Niigata
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Paradise dwells in the hearts of faithful here. On this sacred island, the devoted have chanted the Buddha's name, bathed in Amida's infinite light. Their peaceful acceptance of life and death transcends worldly suffering.
Benefits
Paradise rebirthAmida worshipDeathbed peace
