Daizenji

📍 Yamanashi, Yamanashi · Koshu, Katsunuma-cho Katsunuma 3559

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–16:30

Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Available

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About

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

History

Byakko

This is a distinguished temple that has long been situated in Katsunuma, the homeland of Koshu grapes. It enshrines Yakushi Nyorai as its principal object of worship and has been cherished as the god of grape cultivation. Deeply connected with the rich grape cultivation of Koshu, it has gathered the faith of those wishing for abundant harvests and prosperous business. From the grounds, one can overlook the entire Kofu Basin, and the beautiful scenery of the four seasons soothes the hearts of worshippers. Continuing to watch over the development of the region as the guardian deity of Katsunuma, now famous as the land of wine.

Benefits

Abundant harvestsProsperous businessRecovery from illnessHousehold safetyGood fortune and prosperityProtection from calamitiesFulfillment of wishes

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