Doushouinn
📍 Saitama, Nagatoro · 2868 Nokamishitago, Nagatoro, Chichibu, Saitama
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Doushouinn stands quietly in Nokamishitago, Nagatoro. True to its name, this training temple has long welcomed monks practicing within its cave sanctuary. Surrounded by massive rocks and flowing water, seekers confront their deepest selves. Its profound spiritual power remains undiminished, continuously guiding many pilgrims along the path of enlightenment.
Benefits
ascetic achievementspiritual cultivationtranscendence
