Jyorinji
📍 Saitama, Chichibu-shi · 21-3 Sakuragi-cho, Chichibu-shi, Saitama
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Unknown
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
This temple is one of the 34 pilgrimage sites of Chichibu. Its founding is ancient, said to date back to the Heian period. The principal image is Yakushi Nyorai, and it has long been worshipped for its benefits of healing illnesses and ensuring good health. The quiet and tranquil grounds offer solace to visitors' hearts. It is located in a scenic spot surrounded by nature. It is a historic temple visited by many pilgrims.
Benefits
Good Fortune and ExorcismFulfillment of Heart's DesiresFreedom from Illness
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