Saidai-ji Aizen-do
📍 Nara, Nara · 1-1-5 Saidai-ji Shiba-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
The Aizen-do hall within Saidai-ji enshrines Aizen Myoo, the fierce protector who saves sentient beings through flames of compassion. The scarlet fire of divine wrath is actually the flame of love itself, burning away attachments to reveal true connection. Lovers seeking romantic bonds have come to this hall across countless generations, finding the deity's blessing on their hearts.
Benefits
Aizen Myoo's blessingRomantic bondsHappy marriage