Yakushido (Jigen Ruri-den)
📍 Saitama, Chichibu · 26-12 Higashicho, Chichibu City, Saitama
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This Yakushido (Jigenji Ruri-den) is a space of healing dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai. It is said to bring benefits such as recovery from illness, good health, and exorcism, and many people visit wishing for good health. In the quiet and solemn atmosphere, praying with a calm mind can make one feel as if their soul is being cleansed. It is a place to pray for the protection of the compassionate Yakushi Nyorai so that one may remain healthy in body and mind.
Benefits
Recovery from IllnessGood HealthExorcism