Ariuso Zenkō-ji

📍 Hokkaido, Date · 124, Ariuso-cho, Date, Hokkaido

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

This branch temple of Zenkō-ji, established in Ariuso beneath Mount Usu, transmits the spiritual essence of its distant Shinano parent temple across Hokkaido's northern landscape. Despite volcanic surroundings, it maintains pristine sanctity, welcoming countless devotees seeking transformation and healing. The boundless compassion of the Buddha resonates through these halls, fulfilling wishes and warding away calamity for all who arrive with sincere hearts.

Benefits

All wishes fulfilledCalamity preventionPhysical health

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