Keiunji

📍 Kanagawa, Yokohama · 18-2 Kanagawa-honcho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa

About

Mountain 吉祥山
Sect 浄土宗
Principal 阿弥陀如来
Founded 1447年(文安4年)
Founder 定蓮社音誉聖観(開山)
Heritage 観世音像(横浜市指定重要文化財)

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Unknown

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History

Byakko

Keiunji is a historic temple located along the old Tokaido road in Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama. Founded in the Edo period, its principal image is Shakyamuni Buddha, and it is said to grant the benefits of healing from illness and health and longevity. Yakushi Nyorai is also enshrined here, and many people visit to pray for their health. The temple grounds have a quiet and calm atmosphere, retaining the appearance of old times, providing peace to visitors. It has long been a spiritual anchor for the local people. The goshuin conveys the gentle atmosphere and healing power of the temple.

Benefits

Healing from illnessHealth and longevityFulfillment of all wishes

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