Asako-ji
📍 Hyogo, Hatake 609 · Kato
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:30–17:00
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
This ancient temple quietly stands as a sacred site in the mountains of Harima, having flourished as a place of practice since antiquity. The temple grounds surrounded by mountain nature evoke the atmosphere of a sacred realm removed from the mundane world. Throughout its long history, many monks have accumulated practice, gathering the faith of local people at this ancient temple. Together with the beautiful natural surroundings of the four seasons, it continues to warmly welcome visitors seeking peace of mind.
Benefits
Fulfillment of wishesAcademic successProtection from calamityHousehold safetyGood fortune