Zuishoan
📍 Yamaguchi, Ube City · 1581 Funaki, Ube City, Yamaguchi
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Within Funaki's peaceful sanctuary, surrounded by ancient pines, this hermitage preserves the Pure Land teachings. Monks sit beneath sheltering boughs, their chanting rising like incense through green needles. The auspicious presence of pine—symbol of endurance—infuses this place with quiet strength. Many seeking rebirth in paradise have found their practice deepened here. The merger of natural serenity and Buddhist devotion creates a space where genuine transformation occurs.
Benefits
Pure Land rebirthPractice fulfillmentMental peace