Iwai-do (Enyūji Gai-gan On-do)

📍 Saitama, Chichibu-shi · Shimokage-mori, Chichibu-shi, Saitama

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About

MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

History

Byakko

Iwai-do has been enshrined in this land since ancient times as the external Kannon hall of Enyūji Temple. Its presence in the quiet precincts inspires a solemn feeling in visitors. It is said to have benefits for exorcism, good luck, and family safety, attracting many worshipers. This place, which evokes a sense of history, has been cherished for a long time as a spiritual support for people.

Benefits

ExorcismGood luckFamily safety

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