Gokurakuji
📍 Okayama, Kurashiki · 647 Nishi-achi-cho, Kurashiki City, Okayama
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
Gokurakuji, bearing the name of the Pure Land itself, has received the prayers of countless devotees seeking rebirth in that realm of eternal peace. Though the hearts of people change with each era, the longing for paradise remains eternal and unwavering. All who visit find themselves illuminated by the quiet light that dwells in the temple's depths, the truest beacon for souls seeking liberation.
Benefits
Pure Land rebirthPure Land faithWish fulfillment