Tennouin
📍 Gunma, Kiryu · 3-Kou-25 Aioi-machi, Kiryu, 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
Tennouin, standing in Kiryu's Aioi district, dispels plague and protects all beings with the sovereign power of heaven. The Heavenly King symbolizes a great presence illuminating all people and removing suffering. Since ancient times, countless pilgrims have prayed for health of body and mind, while this temple continues to shine with sacred light, protecting the Aioi district.
Benefits
Heavenly sovereign powerPlague preventionHealth of body and mind
