Karikayado
📍 Wakayama, Koya 478 · Ito District, Koya Town
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
08:00–17:00
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
Karikayado is a hall situated in the sacred grounds of Koyasan. It is known for the story of Karikaya Doshin, a samurai from the Heian period, who, together with his son Ishidoumaru, devoted themselves to the Buddhist path. As the stage for this touching narrative that speaks of the bonds between parent and child and devotion to Buddhism, it has been cherished by many people over the ages. In this place enveloped by the spiritual energy of Koyasan, one can deeply contemplate the bonds of family and the meaning of life. Those who pay their respects can once again feel the love between parent and child and the importance of family, and find peace of mind.
Benefits
Family harmonyParent-child reconciliationFulfillment of wishesRemoval of misfortunePeace of mindLife guidanceLuck and good fortune