Saifuku-ji
📍 Hiroshima, Funairi Minami 3-3-3 · Hiroshima City, Naka Ward
📿 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
Saifuku-ji is a temple located in Funairi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City. As the place name "Funairi" suggests, this area has long had a deep connection with rivers and has gathered the faith of people in the region who prospered through water transportation. With the character "sai" expressing wishes toward the Pure Land of the West, it has provided spiritual solace to local residents. Though situated in an urban area, it is a precious temple that welcomes visitors with a quiet, serene atmosphere.
Benefits
healing from illnesshousehold safetyancestral venerationfulfillment of wishesprotection from misfortunespiritual stabilityrebirth in paradise
