Saikōin (Jōrakuji)
📍 Tochigi, Sano · 1148 Akamimachi, Sano, Tochigi
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Saikōin, known also as Jōrakuji, embodies the deep teachings of Pure Land Buddhism. Enshrined in Sano's Akamimi district, it has long shown the path to the Pure Land. In this suffering world, this temple's light shines with particular brilliance.
Benefits
Birth in Pure LandProtection of the westLiberation from suffering
