Kinryu-ji Jinja
📍 Gunma, Ota · 40-1 Kanayama-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Kinryu-ji, as its name suggests, is a temple said to grant benefits of financial luck and business prosperity. The powerful dragon carvings are impressive and invigorate visitors. In this area, close to the ruins of Kanayama Castle, it has long listened to people's wishes. Dragons have been symbols of power and wealth since ancient times, and those who visit this temple offer prayers seeking their blessings. Kinryu-ji is said to grant power to people, as if responding to their expectations.
Benefits
Business prosperityFinancial improvement