Chosho-in
📍 Shiga, Hikone · 4-29 Chuo-cho, Hikone, Shiga
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
A temple of tranquility standing in Chuo-cho, a place to calm the mind and examine one's true self. Those who withdraw from the chaos of the world and meditate here encounter the light within their own hearts. The weight of time carved into these ancient walls deeply moves each visitor, inspiring a new beginning.
Benefits
Mental peaceGood fortuneWish fulfillment