Jōjū-in (Nakahara-ku)

📍 Kanagawa, Kawasaki City · 1-32-1 Kosugi Jinyamachi, Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture

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About

MountainKitayama

SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school

PrincipalKannon Bosatsu

Founded1397

FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu

HeritageUNESCO World Heritage

Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/

History

Jōjū-in is a quiet temple located in Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki City. Since its founding, it has been believed to bring benefits for safe childbirth and fertility as a spiritual refuge for local residents. The principal image is Kannon Bodhisattva with Eleven Faces, and her compassionate form listens to the wishes of many people. The temple grounds are lush with greenery, and a quiet time flows. The time spent at this temple heals daily fatigue and provides new hope. Its tranquil atmosphere is its charm.