Kanei-ji Bessho Asamayama Kannon-do

📍 Gunma, Tsumagoi · 1053 Kamabara, Tsumagoi-mura, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma

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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

Kanei-ji Bessho Asamayama Kannon-do is a Kannon Hall (hall dedicated to Kannon Bodhisattva) standing amidst grand nature, with Mt. Asama as its backdrop. It enshrines Kannon Bodhisattva and is said to bestow blessings of safe childbirth, child rearing, and good fortune. One can offer prayers in silence in a peaceful environment. Many people visit, especially those wishing for children or praying for the healthy growth of their children.