Ekosho-in
📍 Hokkaido, Asahikawa · 232-2 Kamuocho Kamioka, Asahikawa, Hokkaido
📿 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
Ekosho-in, as its name proclaims, channels the power of merit transfer for the departed. Standing in Asahikawa's sacred Kamio region, this temple has preserved countless memorial rites across generations. The light of these prayers illuminates the realm of spirits. Here, sincere wishes of the living faithfully reach those who have passed beyond.
Benefits
merit transferancestral venerationpeace for departed
