Dainenbetsnji
📍 Osaka, Osaka City · 1-7-26 Hirano-Kamicho, Hirano Ward
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:30
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
Dainenbutsuji is known as the head temple of the Yuzū Nenbutsu sect. Founded during the late Heian period, it is affectionately called 'Yuzū-san.' It is particularly celebrated for the 'Manbu Oneri,' a grand procession held annually in May that draws many visitors to the temple. With Amida Buddha as the principal image, the teachings of salvation through nenbutsu (Buddha invocation) have been transmitted through the ages. The spacious grounds are lined with numerous temple buildings, offering all who visit a place of spiritual peace and comfort.
Benefits
birth in paradiseveneration of ancestorsfulfillment of wisheshealing of illnesshousehold harmonygood fortune and prosperityprotection from misfortune