Shimizu-ji
📍 Nagasaki, Nagasaki · 8-43 Kajiyamachi, Nagasaki
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Shimizu-ji is located in Kajiyamachi, Nagasaki City, a temple symbolizing the blessings of pure water. Though situated in the heart of Nagasaki, it has been cherished as a sacred place of purification befitting its name. This temple standing in Kajiyamachi, a street of artisans, also served as spiritual support for those dedicated to craftsmanship. Pure water symbolizes the purification of body and mind, cleansing the impurities of visitors and watching over their new beginnings. Despite being amid urban bustle, it remains a precious sacred space maintaining tranquility and purity.
Benefits
purification of body and mindwarding off misfortunegood fortune and prosperityhealth and longevityhousehold safetybusiness prosperity