Daienji
📍 Gunma, Isesaki · 8-13 Heiwa-machi, Isesaki, Gunma
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Daienji, enshrined in Isesaki's Heiwa-machi, symbolizes the wisdom that encompasses all within a great circle. Liberated from samsara's wheel means transcending petty ego and returning to the great circle—this temple offers that sacred opportunity. True to its location's name, it brings peace and harmony to pilgrims' hearts, continuing to shine as a beacon of enlightenment.
Benefits
Vast circular wisdomLiberation from samsaraPath to peace
