Iwai-do (Enyūji Gai-gan On-do)
📍 Saitama, Chichibu-shi · Shimokage-mori, Chichibu-shi, Saitama
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
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