Io-ji Jinja
📍 Gunma, Ota · 982 Nitta-Kogane-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Io-ji, known as the Kogane Migawari Fudōson, is an ancient temple located in Nitta-Kogane-cho, Ota City. Fudo Myoo is enshrined here, and it is said to grant benefits of financial improvement and business prosperity. Kogane Fudo Myoo, as its name suggests, is worshipped as a Buddha who brings wealth and prosperity. The tranquil precincts offer visitors peace of mind and vitality. This temple is said to listen to people's wishes and grant power to those who pray for financial abundance and business success.
Benefits
Financial improvementBusiness prosperity