Daishoin (Kurikaradera)

📍 Tochigi, Sano · 1856 Uyeno, Sano, Tochigi

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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

This sacred place has housed the Kurikara Dragon King since ancient times. The dragon's power controls fire and dispels calamity from all who seek refuge. Through countless upheavals, faith in this place remains unchanged and strong, eternal as the dragon itself.