Entsu-ji
📍 Saga, Imari City · 5098 Matsushima-cho
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
An ancient temple nestled on Matsushima in Imari, founded in a scenic location surrounded by sea and mountains. Since ancient times, it has gathered the deep faith of fishermen as a guardian of maritime safety and fishing prosperity. It is deeply connected to the cultural development of this region famous for Imari porcelain, with a history of incorporating the wishes of potters for technical advancement. From the quiet grounds, one can gaze upon Imari Bay, and visitors are greeted by breathtaking scenery that washes the soul. It continues to watch over the peace and prosperity of the region as a cherished sacred place.
Benefits
maritime safetyabundant catchesartistic advancementprosperous businesshousehold safetyphysical and spiritual health