Tosen Temple

📍 Gunma, Minakami · 851 Sukawa, Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Standing beside the pure waters of Sukawa, this temple has existed since ancient times, blessed by the flowing streams of Minakami. Pilgrims have long sought protection from water-related dangers and blessings for long, healthy lives. The temple's sacred presence harmonizes with nature's eternal rhythm, offering solace to all who journey here.