Kougen-ji
📍 Gunma, Oura · 457 Tanutsukacho, Oura, Oura District, Gunma, Japan
📿 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
High Source Temple brings the Buddha's teachings that flow from a high spiritual source to this land of Tanutsukacho. True to its name, like light flowing from that high source, it has illuminated the hearts of countless practitioners. I have watched over this sacred landscape since ancient times. Though the path of practice is austere, those who gather here maintain always clear and strong spirits. High Source is where the light of wisdom and the power of practice merge as one.
Benefits
Wisdom GrowthPractice SuccessPath to Enlightenment