Chonen-ji

📍 Saitama, Hanno · 260 Shirako, Hanno, Saitama

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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 quietly situated in Shirako, Hanno, dedicated to Pure Land Buddhist teachings. Nestled among mountains, the temple has gathered the prayers of believers seeking rebirth in paradise for generations. The unchanging compassion of Kannon continues to embrace all who visit this sacred place.