Kaiunji
📍 Gunma, Annaka · 561 Gohara, Annaka, Gunma
📿 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
Kaiunji, enshrined in Annaka's Gohara, symbolizes the boundless spirit of vast oceans and white clouds. Like the great sea embracing all things and clouds freely transforming, this temple cultivates flexibility and compassion in the heart. Pilgrims who visit find their spirits expanding infinitely, discovering the path to true liberation and freedom.
Benefits
Ocean's vastnessCloud-like freedomHeart's liberation
