Gokadō
📍 Saitama, Yokose · 6119-2 Yokose, Yokose-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Gokadō is a place rooted in the land of Chichibu, associated with songs and literature. Its name evokes the power of words and expression. It is said to offer blessings related to intellectual pursuits and creativity, such as academic achievement, prayer for passing exams, and artistic improvement. It is a tasteful space suitable for quietly composing poems and songs. I, too, would like to compose a verse here.
Benefits
Academic AchievementPrayer for Passing ExamsArtistic Improvement