Tenouji
📍 Kyoto, Ayabe · 116 Matsubara, Obata Town, Ayabe City
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Protected by the mighty power of the pestilence-vanquishing Gozu Tenno, this temple shields against illness. Throughout ancient times, while plagues claimed countless lives, this sacred place maintained its powerful barrier. Those seeking health find salvation in the god's radiance.
Benefits
Gozu Tenno faithplague preventioncalamity removal