Zencho-ji Temple
📍 Shiga, Nagahama · 885 Ikehara, Yogo-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Built deep within the mountains of Yogo, Zencho-ji Temple has flourished as a center of nenbutsu faith since ancient times. Inheriting the teachings of Pure Land Buddhism, the temple has resonated with the chanting of nenbutsu for centuries. Infused with the spiritual essence of the mountains and the compassion of Buddha, this sacred place continues to serve as a beacon for all who seek inner peace and spiritual awakening.
Benefits
nenbutsu faithrebirth in Pure Landinner peace
