Gansho-ji
📍 Hokkaido, Sapporo · 9-5-1 Fujino Nijo, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
10:00–16:00
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
Gansho-ji, true to its name, embodies the smile of compassion. Nestled in Sapporo's Fujino district, this temple brings smiles to all who visit. Even amid hardship, faces naturally brighten before its altar. This sanctuary's light of compassion and gentle laughter has power to brighten the entire world.
Benefits
joy of smilingcompassionharmony with others
